Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

plural of “account” — a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

get the meaning of something

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

United States surgeon remembered for his studies of digestion (1785-1853)

From this reading --Beaumont and Fletcher.--The Lovers’ Progress.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

plural of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

not invading healthy tissue

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

plural of “conversation” — the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

developed or executed with care and in minute detail

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the act of discovering something

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

cause to move by pulling

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

inflected form of “drop” — let fall to the ground

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

third-person singular of “excite” — arouse or elicit a feeling

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a social unit living together

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

prolific English dramatist who collaborated with Francis Beaumont and many other dramatists (1579-1625)

From this reading --Beaumont and Fletcher.--The Lovers’ Progress.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

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

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

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

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

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

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

third-person singular of “inspire” — heighten or intensify

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

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

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

plural of “li” — a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

plural of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone

From this reading --Beaumont and Fletcher.--The Lovers’ Progress.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

not any; not one

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

above and across; more than

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading --Beaumont and Fletcher.--The Lovers’ Progress.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

formality and propriety of manner

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

unusual or striking

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

refrain from harming

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

express in speech

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

familiar with many parts of the world

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

the process of paying close and continuous attention

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.

look attentively

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading “Lis.--Spare my grief, and apprehend What I should speak.”

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

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

an old word meaning “to where”

From this reading In the course of the various conversations our family of Grassdale enjoyed with their singular neighbour, it appeared that his knowledge had not been confined to the closet; at times, he dropped remarks which shewed that he had been much among cities, and travelled with the design, or at least with the vigilance, of the observer; but he did not love to be drawn into any detailed accounts of what he had seen, or whither he had been; an habitual though a gentle reserve, kept watch over the past--not indeed that character of reserve which excites the doubt, but which inspires the interest.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “Alc.--I am for Lidian: This accident no doubt will draw him from his hermit’s life!

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE PRIVILEGE OF GENIUS.--LESTER’S SATISFACTION AT THE ASPECT OF EVENTS.--HIS CONVERSATION WITH WALTER.--A DISCOVERY.