Chapter IX

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

eagerly desirous

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

(Genesis 11:1-11) a tower built by Noah's descendants (probably in Babylon) who intended it to reach up to heaven; God foiled them by confusing their language so they could no longer understand one another

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

open to doubt or suspicion

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

decreasing in amount or degree

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

brought together in one place

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

plural of “happening” — an event that happens

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

similar in quality or character

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

an artificial source of visible illumination

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

in a cryptic manner

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

on one occasion

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

above and across; more than

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

past form of “push” — move with force

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

with low volume

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

(Old Testament) the second wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

new

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

remorse for your past conduct

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

an educational institution

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

not in physical motion

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

a simple seat without a back or arms

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading ADVENTURE OF THE LAMP Late one afternoon, a few days later, five of the Kindred Spirits gathered in Kathy's room to talk things over, for the excitement over the recent happenings in the school still ran high.

a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

the sensation caused by heat energy

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

accept gladly

From this reading In the midst of the Babel the door was pushed quietly open, and Rosalind slipped in, looking ashamed and sorry and confused all at once; doubtful of her welcome, yet anxious to be back in her old place among them.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Evelyn, Polly and Joan sat on the bed, Rachel in the window seat, and Kathy on a low velvet stool, known as the "Stool of Repentance."

in the company of; together with

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading A light snow was falling outside, making a pleasant contrast with the warmth and comfort within.

but in spite of that

From this reading The girls were all talking at once, yet, mysteriously, each hearing what all the others said.