Chapter XVI

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

From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

someone who offers opposition

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

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

From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

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From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

to a severe or serious degree

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

plural of “bed” — a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

plural of “blow” — a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon

From this reading Thundering blows shook his door.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

plural of “cloth” — artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

enter into a contractual arrangement

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

an upholstered seat for more than one person

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

having the place or position changed

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Thundering blows shook his door.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

plural of “dream” — a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

military uniform worn by military personnel when doing menial labor

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

a person of French nationality

From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

provoking horror

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

only a very short time before

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

the property of being rigid and resistant to pressure; not easily scratched; measured on Mohs scale

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

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

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

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

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

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From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

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

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

third-person singular of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading HOW A FRENCHMAN MANAGES AN AFFAIR.

a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

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

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

a weapon that is forcibly thrown or projected at a targets but is not self-propelled

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

be equal to in quality or ability

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

plural of “sheet” — any broad thin expanse or surface

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

a disassembled barrel; the parts packed for storage or shipment

From this reading Thundering blows shook his door.

the state of being asleep

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading _Resting_ is hardly an appropriate expression, for American beds rival marble or granite tables for hardness.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

sounding like thunder

From this reading Thundering blows shook his door.

-ing form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

at the time that

From this reading Ardan was sleeping, then, badly enough, tossing about between the cloths which served him for sheets, and he was dreaming of making a more comfortable couch in his projectile when a frightful noise disturbed his dreams.

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

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.

during the time that

From this reading While the contract of this duel was being discussed by the president and the captain—this dreadful, savage duel, in which each adversary became a man-hunter—Michel Ardan was resting from the fatigues of his triumph.