Chapter XVI

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

(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 Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

plural of “attendant” — someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plural of “bed” — a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading For it was then their work began.

a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

rectangular block of clay baked by the sun or in a kiln; used as a building or paving material

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plural of “bully” — a cruel and brutal fellow

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

destroy completely

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading "TREASON HAS DONE HIS WORST."

take in liquids

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plural of “floor” — the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

set up or found

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

plural of “garret” — floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading "TREASON HAS DONE HIS WORST."

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

From this reading "TREASON HAS DONE HIS WORST."

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading For it was then their work began.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

plural of “kitchen” — a room equipped for preparing meals

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

-ing form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

(especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

-ing form of “roam” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

plural of “roof” — a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

the act of searching for something

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

that is looked for

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

plural of “stable” — a farm building for housing horses or other livestock

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Night birds, such as the bellowing, red-faced bullies who had been shouting all day for drink and food in the _Croix Blanche_, and who, managing to keep sober in spite of all their potations, sallied forth at midnight.

excessively hot and humid or marked by sweating and faintness

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading For it was then their work began.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

a crime that undermines the offender's government

From this reading "TREASON HAS DONE HIS WORST."

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

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

From this reading For it was then their work began.

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

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

which person or people

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Night birds, however, were most of these, creatures who found their account in roaming the streets, seeking whom they might devour.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading For it was then their work began.

the least favorable outcome

From this reading "TREASON HAS DONE HIS WORST."

but in spite of that

From this reading Some of those who came to Amiens as attendants upon the fair had not yet sought their beds, whether in the straw of the stables, on the brick floors of the kitchens, or in the sweltering garrets under the red-tiled roofs.