(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
absentadjectiveUS /ˈæbsənt/
not being in a specified place
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
all-absorbing
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From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
beef-tea
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
borrowverbUS /ˈbɑːroʊ/
get temporarily
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
carnivalnounUS /ˈkɑːrnəvəl/
a festival marked by merrymaking and processions
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
complexionnounUS /kəmˈplekʃən/
the coloring of a person's face
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
a state at a particular time
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
convalescentnounUS /ˌkɑːnvəˈlesənt/
a person who is recovering from illness
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
Courtenay
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
Di
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
dothauxiliary verbUS /dɔːθ/
an old form of “does”
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
ELIOTnounUS /ˈeliət/
British poet (born in the United States) who won the Nobel prize for literature; his plays are outstanding examples of modern verse drama (1888-1965)
From this reading 'To-morrow.'" GEORGE ELIOT.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
exclusionnounUS /ɪkˈskluːʒən/
the state of being excluded
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
set up or found
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading 'To-morrow.'" GEORGE ELIOT.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
water frozen in the solid state
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
illnessnounUS /ˈɪlnəs/
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
Kensington
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
go away from a place
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
linseednounUS /ˈlɪnsiːd/
the seed of flax used as a source of oil
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
used to form the superlative
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
necessarilyadverbUS /ˌnesəˈserəli/
in an essential manner
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
the local environment
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
poulticenounUS /ˈpoʊltəs/
a medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc.
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
quieteradjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪətər/
comparative of “quiet” — characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
steam-kettle
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
To-morrow
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading 'To-morrow.'" GEORGE ELIOT.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading As Mrs. Courtenay became convalescent she was able to leave her for an hour or two, and pace in the quieter parts of Kensington Gardens.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Di was glad not to be questioned upon the one subject that was never absent from her thoughts.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
at the time that
From this reading "What name doth Joy most borrow When life is fair?
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading On her hurried return to London the morning after the ice carnival, Di found Mrs. Courtenay in that condition of illness, not necessarily dangerous, in which the linseed poultice and the steam-kettle and the complexion of the beef-tea are the objects of an all-absorbing interest, to the exclusion of every other subject.
