Chapter X

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

further or added

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

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

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

an ardent follower and admirer

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

a strip of land projecting into a body of water

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

a man paid to drive a privately owned car

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

possessive form of “chauffeur” — a man paid to drive a privately owned car

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

plural of “cushion” — a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

one or the other of two

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

plural of “facing” — a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

set up or found

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

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

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

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

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

a case for containing a set of articles

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

plural of “luxury” — something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

engage in

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

provided with a worthy adversary or competitor

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

used to form the superlative

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

a form of address for a man

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

causing disapproval or protest

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

held or filled or in use

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

plural of “panel” — sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

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From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

a young pig

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

bring forth or yield

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

in the order given

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

past form of “reveal” — make visible

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

an area that includes places where several people can sit

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

being a smooth continuous motion

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

the act of smoking tobacco or other substances

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

standing still

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

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

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

arousing affect

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

-ing form of “tour” — make a tour of a certain place

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

having tucked or being tucked

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.

covering (padding and springs and webbing and fabric) on a piece of furniture

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

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

From this reading The chauffeur was in a smart buff livery that matched the upholstery, and on either side of Peggy and Elizabeth were sliding panels that revealed at the touching of a button a vanity box and a smoking kit respectively.

(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

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

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

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

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

during the time that

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

a Caucasian

From this reading Ruth was wearing a white wool cape of her own, and steadily refused any of the additional luxuries that the owner of the big car offered to produce.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The objectionable Mr. Piggy Chambers shared with Ruth the soft cushions of the back seat of the big touring car while the two girls occupied the folding seats forward, which were, as Peggy said, as luxurious as most stationary seats in machines of an ordinary make.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading PROVINCETOWN AND A WALK IN THE WOODS Elizabeth enjoyed her ride to Provincetown much more than she expected to.

a fabric made from the hair of sheep

From this reading Peggy had found a green leather driving coat with buff facings for herself tucked away under the chauffeur's seat, and Mr. Chambers had produced a brown and blue coat of soft scotch wool for Elizabeth.