Chapter XXVII

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

(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 Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the condition of living or the state of being alive

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

from appearances alone

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

able to attract interest or draw favorable attention

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

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

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

of a cask or barrel

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

pleasing or delighting

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

having or capable of producing colors

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

accompanying

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the last (12th) month of the year

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme)

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

a social unit living together

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

destroyed or killed

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

immediately past

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

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

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

the force of workers available

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

a form of address for a man

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

plural of “patient” — a person who requires medical care

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

by chance

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

past form of “persuade” — win approval or support for

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

determined

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

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From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

not often

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

carry out

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

coming next after the thirtieth in position

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

in an exhaustive manner

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

a large vase that usually has a pedestal or feet

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

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

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

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

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “I am _so_ glad we persuaded him not to ride,” observed Blanche, appealing as usual to Mr. Hardingstone; “he will _not_ take care of that cough--men are such bad patients!

in the company of; together with

From this reading Thoroughly English, too, was the party assembled round the breakfast-table at Newton-Hollows, from the red face of the old butler struggling in with the hissing urn, to the corresponding colour of Frank Hardingstone’s coat, betokening that he meant to enjoy our national sport of fox-hunting.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Blanche was already down, looking charming in a riding-habit, as all pretty women do; and Mary’s quiet face showed more animation than usual, perhaps in consequence of an arrangement which was broached, apparently not for the first time.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading Now with Mary to drive him in the pony-carriage, he can keep himself well wrapped up, and the air will do him good.”

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading FLOOD AND FIELD A FAMILY PARTY--A HUNTING MORNING!--HAND-AND-GLOVE--GONE AWAY!--NEVER MORE--FOLLOW-MY-LEADER It was the last day of the Old Year, and he seemed to have resolved on making a peaceful ending, such as the thirty-first of December seldom vouchsafes in any climate but our own.