Chapter XII

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

(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 _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

an expectation

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

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

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

past form of “bolt” — move or jump suddenly

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

a youthful male person

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

any plant of the genus Silene

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

a closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

perceived or discerned

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

(of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

plural of “doubt” — the state of being unsure of something

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house)

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

information about recent and important events

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

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

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

above and across; more than

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

a person employed to carry luggage and supplies

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

not clear to the understanding

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

plural of “read” — something that is read

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

third-person singular of “relieve” — provide physical relief, as from pain

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

be seated

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

having a supporting base

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

not in physical motion

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a special situation

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

up to a particular time

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

(used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

lacking dignity

From this reading Father Keenan, who at that time happened to be President of Campion College, bolted from the room—a most undignified thing for a Rector to do.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading “Sit down,” he said, “and wait till I come back.”

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

From this reading That much-perturbed man was standing outside in anticipation of further orders.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

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

From this reading On his way out, he detected hanging on a chair in the obscurest corner of the parlor the dripping “trunks” which were still puzzling the good porter.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

which person or people

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.

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

From this reading _In which Clarence relieves the reader of all possible doubts concerning his ability as a trencherman, and the Reverend Rector of Campion reads disastrous news._ Throwing up the window-shades, the President hurried over to the boy, who had arisen at his entrance, and took a sharp look at the blue lips and the pallid face.