Chapter XII

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

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

later than; following

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

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From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

intentionally conceived

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

make or cause to be or to become

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

at any time

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

usually; as a rule

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

and nothing more

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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 But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

a bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

past form of “nurture” — help develop, help grow

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

according to the clock

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

above and across; more than

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

record on photographic film

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

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

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

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

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

past form of “storm” — behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

believed likely

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading She felt conscious of a strong impression on Cateau by her grace and geniality, and as, in her need for affection, she was always glad to create sympathy, she nurtured Cateau’s love as a precious flower.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

in the direction of

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

not mixed with extraneous elements

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

plural of “visitor” — someone who visits

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

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

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Eline, with her hand on Cateau’s shoulder, bent over the photograph at which the latter was looking.

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

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading But that longing for affection was not unmingled with a touch of proud triumph towards Frédérique, in whom, ever since St. Nicholas’ Eve, she suspected, she knew not why, a secret aversion towards herself.

in the company of; together with

From this reading After four o’clock the Verstraetens were generally at home, and to-day about that time the house happened to be stormed with visitors.

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

From this reading Betsy and Eline had just looked in, and met the Eekhofs, and the Hydrechts, Emilie de Woude, and Frédérique; later on came Madame van der Stoor and little Cateau.