used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
ariseverbUS /ərˈaɪz/
come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
From this reading “In her bedroom, putting her baby to sleep,” replied Hetty.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
a room used primarily for sleeping
From this reading “In her bedroom, putting her baby to sleep,” replied Hetty.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
next to; at the side of
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
broodingnounUS /ˈbruːdɪŋ/
sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
the act of burning something
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
a seat for one person, with a support for the back
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
cheerfullyadverbUS /ˈtʃɪrfəli/
in a cheerful manner
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
a lawyer who pleads cases in court
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
curatenounUS /ˈkjʊrət/
a person authorized to conduct religious worship
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
past form of “dare” — take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
without deviation
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
disastrousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzæstrəs/
(of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
dismayedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmeɪd/
struck with fear, dread, or consternation
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
droppingadjectiveUS /ˈdrɑːpɪŋ/
coming down freely under the influence of gravity
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
divisible by two
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
start firing a weapon
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
gratenounUS /ɡreɪt/
a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
Hetty
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From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
of the present time and place
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
incumbentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkʌmbənt/
lying or leaning on something else
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
Jennie
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Where is Jennie?” inquired the curate, dropping into another chair beside his wife.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
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 This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
lodgingsnounUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋz/
temporary living quarters
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
measuresnounUS /ˈmeʒərz/
plural of “measure” — any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
absolutely essential
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
parlornounUS /ˈpɑːrlər/
reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading “In her bedroom, putting her baby to sleep,” replied Hetty.
rectorynounUS /ˈrektəri/
an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
removalnounUS /rɪˈmuːvəl/
the act of removing
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading “In her bedroom, putting her baby to sleep,” replied Hetty.
-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
rocking-chair
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
rugnounUS /rʌɡ/
floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
settlementnounUS /ˈsetəlmənt/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended
From this reading “In her bedroom, putting her baby to sleep,” replied Hetty.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
in or at or to some place
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
refrain from harming
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
summonedverbUS /ˈsʌmənd/
past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
carry out
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
a source of difficulty
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This was, indeed, a trouble that he dared not keep from her, even to spare her from anxiety; for it was absolutely necessary that they should take immediate measures for removal from the rectory and settlement in lodgings somewhere in the town before the arrival of the new incumbent; or, so at least it seemed to the curate in his dismayed state of mind.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
in or at the place that
From this reading He went directly into the back parlor, where the fire was burning cheerfully in the grate, the tea table was set, and Hetty resting in her low rocking-chair on the rug.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
in the company of; together with
From this reading After brooding over this disastrous letter for a long hour the curate summoned enough courage to arise and go to his wife and take counsel with her.
