aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
(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 "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
dearly loved
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
dictionarynounUS /ˈdɪkʃəneri/
a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words with information about them
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
differverbUS /ˈdɪfər/
be different
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
exercise-books
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
something many people believe that is false
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
come to pass
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
Margaret
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
the location of something surrounded by other things
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
pensnounUS /penz/
plural of “pen” — a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
by chance
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
Rowland
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
filled with satisfaction
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
scratchingnounUS /ˈskrætʃɪŋ/
a harsh noise made by scraping
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
with low volume
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
a wide scarf worn about their shoulders by women
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
hard to endure
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading "There goes twelve!" softly exclaimed Mary.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
used to ask for information about something
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The scratching of pens in the exercise-books, and the turning over of the dictionary, now proceeded for some time in profound silence, in the midst of which Margaret stole back to her corner.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading This is your own affair, Fanny; so now, without any one trying to see in your face what you think of yourself, we will go to our business."
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I know you are apt to fancy that you understand all about Mrs Rowland, my dear; but perhaps Mrs Rowland herself might happen to differ from you, if she could look into your mind.
used when the person spoken to is also the object of the action
From this reading It is for you to settle with yourself, whether you think she would be satisfied that you have done by her as you would have her do by you.
