Chapter XXVIII

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

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

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

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

possessive form of “brooke” — English lyric poet (1887-1915)

From this reading BROOKE'S STUDY.

make a buzzing sound

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

(New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

unvarying in nature

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

-ing form of “distinguish” — mark as different

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

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From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

plural of “gathering” — a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

usually; as a rule

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

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

From this reading IN MR.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

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

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

the force of workers available

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

a form of address for a man

From this reading IN MR.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

many times at short intervals

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading BROOKE'S STUDY.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

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

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

precisely as stated

From this reading Lesley generally enjoyed these gatherings very much.

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

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

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

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

which person or people

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Caspar Brooke's dingy drawing-room looked cheerful enough that night, filled by a crowd of men and women, and animated by the buzz of constant talk and movement.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading It was a distinguishing characteristic of his parties that they were composed more of men than of women; and the guests were often men or women who had done something in the world, and were known for some special excellence in their work.