Chapter XV

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

Norwegian mathematician (1802-1829)

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

later than; following

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

anew

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

make known; make an announcement

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

for the reason that

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

a youthful male person

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

terminate

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

(Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the first children of Adam and Eve born after the Fall of Man; Cain killed Abel out of jealousy and was exiled by God

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

a small house with a single story

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

(Middle Ages) an attendant and shield bearer to a knight; a candidate for knighthood

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

something existing solely in the imagination (but often mistaken for reality)

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

possessive form of “girl” — a young female

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

the act of giving

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

past form of “guess” — expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

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

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

the sound of laughing

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

secure in or as if in a berth or dock

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

not any; not one

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

in or at that place or location

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

precisely as stated

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

any of several families of mostly small beetles that feed on plants and plant products; especially snout beetles and seed beetles

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

hope for; have a wish

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading A good many other things he wished for.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading Weevil guessed how he would blunder through that interview in his simple beetle-hearted way; and then he would have to break his little girl's heart as carefully as he could.

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

From this reading ABOUT A STRUGGLE AT THE GATE OF FAIRYLAND Old Weevil walked about the moor, because there was no room in the cottage or garden, and whispered to the sun: "I wish she wasn't so happy, I wish she wouldn't laugh so, I wish she wouldn't talk about that boy."

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading Mr. Bellamie had written to present his compliments to Abel Cain Weevil, Esquire--though the old man was not used to that title--and to announce that he proposed giving himself the pleasure of calling at Lewside Cottage and enjoying a little conversation with its tenant.

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

From this reading After all she was very young, and hearts broken early can be put together again.