Chapter XXXVI · Chapter 36

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

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

anew

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

(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 All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

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

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

provide with a covering or cause to be covered

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

plural of “cupboard” — a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

plural of “cup” — a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

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From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

a table linen made from linen with a damask pattern

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading It is evening.

a social unit living together

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

a drinking glass with a base and stem

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

past form of “guess” — expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading It is evening.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is evening.

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 Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

plural of “lift” — the act of giving temporary assistance

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

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

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

coated with paint

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

plural of “press” — the state of demanding notice or attention

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

reflecting optimism

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

a river in eastern Texas that flows south into the Gulf of Mexico

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Of course, she knew nothing and guessed nothing.

plural of “shine” — the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

in a singular manner or to a singular degree

From this reading All the painted heads on the china cups look singularly cheerful to-day.

plural of “stand” — a support or foundation

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

the swift release of a store of affective force

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

plural of “ticket” — a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainment)

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

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

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

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

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

the act of tying or binding things together

From this reading Sabine stands in her treasure-chamber before the open cupboards, arranging the newly-washed table-linen, and again tying rose-colored tickets on the different sets.

plural of “vibration” — the act of vibrating

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

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

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

a Caucasian

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.

work made of wood; especially moldings or stairways or furniture

From this reading Her white damask shines to-day like silver; the cut-glass cover, which she lifts from the old family goblet, rings cheerily as a bell, and the vibrations thrill through the woodwork of the great presses.