used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
admirablyadverbUS /ˈædmərəbli/
in an admirable manner
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
affectionateadjectiveUS /əˈfekʃənət/
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
arrestingadjectiveUS /ərˈestɪŋ/
commanding attention
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
assetnounUS /ˈæset/
a useful or valuable quality
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
inflected form of “behold” — see with attention
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
Casserini
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From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
chaperon's
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From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
clear-cutadjectiveUS /ˈklɪrkʌt/
clearly or sharply defined to the mind
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
dispositionnounUS /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/
your usual mood
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
DUDLEY
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From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
one or the other of two
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
ejaculations
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From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
embraceverbUS /emˈbreɪs/
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
encounteredverbUS /ɪnˈkaʊntərd/
past form of “encounter” — come together
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
endowmentnounUS /enˈdaʊmənt/
natural abilities or qualities
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
at any time
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
expectationsnounUS /ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “expectation” — belief about (or mental picture of) the future
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
explanationsnounUS /ˌekspləˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a social unit living together
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
fortunesnounUS /ˈfɔːrtʃənz/
plural of “fortune” — an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
past form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
generationsnounUS /ˌdʒenərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “generation” — all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
glowingadjectiveUS /ˈɡloʊɪŋ/
highly enthusiastic
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
godmothernounUS /ˈɡɑːdmʌðər/
any woman who serves as a sponsor for a child at baptism
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
heart-broken
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From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
locksnounUS /lɑːks/
plural of “lock” — a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
loftyadjectiveUS /ˈlɔːfti/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
and nothing more
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
NancynounUS /ˈnænsi/
a city in northeastern France in Lorraine
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
not any; not one
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
notableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəbəl/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
owner'snounUS /ˈoʊnərz/
possessive form of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
picturesquelyadverb
in a picturesque manner
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
powderedadjectiveUS /ˈpaʊdərd/
consisting of fine particles
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
relateverbUS /rɪˈleɪt/
make a logical or causal connection
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
saddestadjectiveUS /ˈsædəst/
superlative of “sad” — experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
term of address for a man
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
tragicadjectiveUS /ˈtrædʒɪk/
very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange
From this reading But these tragic, heart-broken eyes, had no connection, with their owner's real disposition, and feelings; they were merely a notable family endowment, and had been for generations, a valuable asset in the fortunes of the noble Casserini.
precisely as stated
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
VILLARS
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From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
warmlyadverbUS /ˈwɔːrmli/
in a hearty manner
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "SIR DUDLEY VILLARS" The meeting between Sir Dudley, and his godmother, was warmly affectionate.
wavyadjectiveUS /ˈweɪvi/
(of hair) having waves
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
an old and formal word for “while”
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
a Caucasian
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Sir Dudley was slightly built; admirably turned out; he had clear-cut features, wavy dark hair,--the front locks picturesquely powdered with white;--his smile was almost an embrace; whilst his eyes, which were dark, were the very saddest, and most arresting, that Nancy had ever encountered.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading After one or two ejaculations, and explanations, he was presented to her, and wonderful to relate, neither fell short of her lofty expectations, nor her chaperon's glowing description.
wrinkledadjectiveUS /ˈrɪŋkəld/
marked by wrinkles
From this reading Nancy gazed in amazement, as she beheld him kiss the old lady foreign fashion, on either wrinkled cheek.
