Chapter XXV

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

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

make more cheerful through the use of color

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

plural of “brown” — an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

having or capable of producing colors

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

of the color of cream

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

the light of a fire (especially in a fireplace)

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

occurring in spells and often abruptly

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

move back and forth very rapidly

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

pleasant-smelling

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

the act of giving

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

plural of “gleam” — an appearance of reflected light

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

a slight suggestion or vague understanding

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

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

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

having abundant light or illumination

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

for more time

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

plural of “mirror” — polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

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

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

not any; not one

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

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

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

plural of “plant” — buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

the possibility of future success

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

plural of “red” — red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685

From this reading THE RESTORATION.

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From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

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

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

superlative of “safe” — free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

A distinctive smell or aroma.

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

the season of growth

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

not in physical motion

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

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

From this reading THE RESTORATION.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

plural of “tint” — a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color

From this reading The warm flicker of the firelight seemed to draw out the sweetness of the flowers, the deeper tints of colour, the reds and browns of the furniture.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

an untroubled state; free from disturbances

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

precisely as stated

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

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

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

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

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Rhoda’s sitting-room was very warm and pleasant and quiet, the safest and most comfortable place--the fire lighting it up with fitful gleams, the windows still glimmering between the curtains with the dim twilight which had not turned to dark, the pictures and mirrors on the walls giving forth gleams of ruddy reflection.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading There were no longer flowers outside to brighten the prospect, but within groups of plants in every corner, and a tall pot of creamy, fragrant narcissus spreading its delicate spring scent through the room.

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

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.

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

From this reading There could not have been a woman’s apartment more entirely breathing of women, and of comfort, and tranquillity, and peace.