Chapter XI · Chapter 11

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

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

A place of study or training in a special field of knowledge and arts.

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

later than; following

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

side by side

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

the two together, not just one

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

a city of southeastern Pennsylvania on the Delaware river (an industrial suburb of Philadelphia)

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

deem to be

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

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From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

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

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

past form of “distance” — keep at a distance

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

your parents

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

and nothing more

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

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

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

the act of departing

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

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From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

used to form the superlative

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

used when we are both doing the action and receiving it

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas)

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

more desirable than another

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

in the near future

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

plural of “rider” — a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

for a short time

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

plural of “steed” — (literary) a spirited horse for state of war

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

comparative of “swift” — moving very fast

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the largest Australian city located in southeastern Australia on the Tasman Sea; state capital of New South Wales; Australia's chief port

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

carry out

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

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

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.

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

From this reading IT was a large party that set out from Viamede shortly after leaving the dinner-table.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

which person or people

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

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

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Bob and I were just starting out for a ride," she said, "and consider ourselves fortunate in meeting with such good company.

a late time of life

From this reading These, having swifter steeds, presently distanced the rest of the riders, as well as those who were driving, and in passing a plantation, which was the home of Nettie Vance, an old school-mate of the Viamede young folks at the time, several years before, of their attendance at Oakdale Academy, they were joined by her and a young man whom she introduced as her brother, both well mounted and looking merry and happy.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading May I take my place alongside of you, Miss Leland?

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Most of the young people--among them Chester, Frank, Maud, and Sydney Dinsmore, Evelyn Leland, Rosie and Walter Travilla--preferred riding.