used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
applesnounUS /ˈæpəlz/
plural of “apple” — fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
autocraticadjectiveUS /ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/
offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
campsnounUS /kæmps/
plural of “camp” — temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
Cananore
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From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
CeylonnounUS /sɪˈlɑːn/
an island in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of India
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
clammyadjectiveUS /ˈklæmi/
unpleasantly cool and humid
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
feeling or showing worry or solicitude
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
a female human offspring
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
discouragingadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒɪŋ/
depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
dog'snounUS /dɔːɡz/
possessive form of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
draughtnounUS /dræft/
a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
elephantnounUS /ˈeləfənt/
five-toed pachyderm
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
encumbrancenoun
an onerous or difficult concern
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
eucalyptusnounUS /ˌjuːkəˈlɪptəs/
wood of any of various eucalyptus trees valued as timber
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
excitingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
creating or arousing excitement
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
exercisedverbUS /ˈeksərsaɪzd/
past form of “exercise” — put to use
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
opinion or judgment
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
FAIRPLAINS
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From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
a young female
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
glowingadjectiveUS /ˈɡloʊɪŋ/
highly enthusiastic
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
hatefuladjectiveUS /ˈheɪtfəl/
evoking or deserving hatred
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
how
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From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
indulgedverbUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒd/
past form of “indulge” — give free rein to
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
irksomeadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrksəm/
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
go away from a place
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
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 For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
managernounUS /ˈmænədʒər/
someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
marchesnounUS /ˈmɑːrtʃɪz/
a region in central Italy
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
Mayne
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From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
minxnoun
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
misgivingsnounUS /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/
plural of “misgiving” — uneasiness about the fitness of an action
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
not any; not one
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
outdooradjectiveUS /ˈaʊtdɔːr/
located, suited for, or taking place in the open air
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
outlooknounUS /ˈaʊtlʊk/
a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
pertadjectiveUS /pɜːrt/
characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
planter's
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From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
ProceedingnounUS /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
be shown or be found to be
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
refreshingadjectiveUS /rɪˈfreʃɪŋ/
imparting vitality and energy
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
in the near future
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
sorelyadverbUS /ˈsɔːrli/
to a great degree
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
spoil-sport
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From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
spoilsnounUS /spɔɪlz/
plural of “spoil” — (usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war)
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
the season of growth
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
stalksnounUS /stɔːks/
plural of “stalk” — material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
starlightnounUS /ˈstɑːrlaɪt/
the light of the stars
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
tackedverbUS /tækt/
past form of “tack” — fasten with tacks
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
tangnounUS /tæŋ/
a tart spicy quality
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
Having little thickness or extent.
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Could a manager leave his estate? and if he did, and brought his encumbrance, how hateful and irksome to have this girl tacked on to the party!
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
trotverbUS /trɑːt/
run at a moderately swift pace
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
visionsnounUS /ˈvɪʒənz/
plural of “vision” — a vivid mental image
From this reading For days he had indulged in glowing visions of a rough outdoor life; of camps, long marches, exciting stalks, heavy spoils, and freedom!
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading It was a lovely starlight evening, and after the hot and clammy atmosphere of Cananore, the thin cool hill air, with its tang of eucalyptus, was as refreshing as a draught of spring water.
(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 Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
in or at the place that
From this reading Well, he could soon see how the land lay, and if the outlook was too discouraging, would hurry off and spend his leave in Ceylon--where he might,--with any luck--get an elephant or two.
which person or people
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading THE GIRL AT FAIRPLAINS Proceeding through the coffee estate at a sort of dog's trot, Mayne was sorely exercised in his mind; being filled with serious misgivings concerning the planter's daughter; probably a pert, autocratic little minx, after the manner of the usual "apples of eyes," who would no doubt prove--as far as he was concerned--a real spoil-sport!
