Chapter CLI · Chapter 151

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

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

past form of “accord” — go together

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

periodically accumulated over time

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

a feeling of delighted approval and liking

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

a person who is in charge

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

someone who is a detective

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

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From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

at a previous time

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

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

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

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

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

past form of “linger” — remain present although waning or gradually dying

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

a brief written record

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

keep busy with

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

on one occasion

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

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From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

approval to do something

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

on the contrary

From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

English chemist noted for his studies of molecular structures in plants (1886-1975)

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

plural of “robinson” — English chemist noted for his studies of molecular structures in plants (1886-1975)

From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

large genus of erect or climbing prickly shrubs including roses

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

express in words

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

cause to go somewhere

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

be a substitute

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

Existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface.

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

resided in; having tenants

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Shelton was lost in admiration of Ferrand's manner in this scene..

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Its subtle combination of deference and dignity was almost paralysing; paralysing, too, the subterranean smile upon his lips.

precisely as stated

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

someone who leads a wandering unsettled life

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

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

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

at the time that

From this reading "Charmin' young man, Dick," said Mrs. Dennant, when Shelton lingered to say once more that he knew but very little of him; "I shall send a note round to Mrs. Robinson at once.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading They're rather common, you know--the Robinsons.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading SUB ROSA From the interview, which Shelton had the mixed delight of watching, between Ferrand and the Honourable Mrs. Dennant, certain definite results accrued, the chief of which was the permission accorded the young wanderer to occupy the room which had formerly been tenanted by the footman John.