Chapter VII

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

disposed or willing to conform

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

possessive form of “armstrong” — United States astronaut; the first man to set foot on the Moon (July 20, 1969) (1930-)

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

a formal organization of people or groups of people

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

-ing form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

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

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

a social unit living together

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

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

From this reading FREDDY'S NEW SCHOOL.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

doubt about the truth of something

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

possessive form of “mary” — the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

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

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading FREDDY'S NEW SCHOOL.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

and nothing more

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

an amount of time

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

established beyond doubt

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

express in words

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

an educational institution

From this reading FREDDY'S NEW SCHOOL.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

toned down

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

plural of “taste” — the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

a merchant who owns or manages a shop

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

plural of “usage” — the act of using

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

precisely as stated

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.

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

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

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

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

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

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

possessive form of “wife” — a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading During this period the death of Mrs. Armstrong's mother, Mrs. St. Clair, was the only change that occurred in his wife's family.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Perhaps we ought to say that the gentle influence of his wife and close association with her family, had to a certain extent softened down the rugged points of his character, and made him more amenable to the usages of the society in which he moved.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

produce a literary work

From this reading The very fact of his choosing for a wife a woman of education and refinement proved that his tastes were above his position, for in the days of which we write, the idea of refinement in the wife of a tradesman would have been treated with incredulity, if not contempt.

a late time of life

From this reading More than three years have passed since Mary's probation ended so pleasantly, and they have very much changed her father.