2
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From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
plural of “age” — how long something has existed
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
Altmount
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From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
Alton
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From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
being joined in close association
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
attractiveadjectiveUS /əˈtræktɪv/
pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
classedverbUS /klæst/
past form of “class” — arrange or order by classes or categories
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
clungverbUS /klʌŋ/
inflected form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
comparingnounUS /kəmˈperɪŋ/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
domiciled
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From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
to the same degree (often followed by “as”)
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
divisible by two
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
executivenounUS /ɪɡˈzekjətɪv/
a person responsible for the administration of a business
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
a social unit living together
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
fondnessnounUS /ˈfɑːndnəs/
a predisposition to like something
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
generationsnounUS /ˌdʒenərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “generation” — all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
Gloria
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From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
healthyadjectiveUS /ˈhelθi/
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
hillsidesnounUS /ˈhɪlsaɪdz/
plural of “hillside” — the side or slope of a hill
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
homesteadnounUS /ˈhoʊmsted/
the home and adjacent grounds occupied by a family
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
of great significance or value
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
imposingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/
impressive in appearance
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
influentialadjectiveUS /ˌɪnfluːˈenʃəl/
having or exercising influence or power
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
conformity or harmony
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
attach to a support
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
past form of “name” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
not any; not one
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
PatverbUS /pæt/
pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
personalitynounUS /ˌpɜːrsəˈnælɪti/
the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
pupilsnounUS /ˈpjuːpəlz/
plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
recentlyadverbUS /ˈriːsəntli/
in the recent past
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
relegatedverbUS /ˈreləɡeɪtɪd/
past form of “relegate” — refer to another person for decision or judgment
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
an educational institution
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
selectadjectiveUS /səˈlekt/
of superior grade
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
seminarynounUS /ˈseməneri/
a private place of education for the young
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
established or decided beyond dispute or doubt
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
seventeenadjectiveUS /ˈsevənˈtiːn/
being one more than sixteen
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Now, Pat was seventeen, and she might have been classed among the “little ones.”
shinglenounUS /ˈʃɪŋɡəl/
building material used as siding or roofing
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
sixteenadjectiveUS /sɪkˈstiːn/
being one more than fifteen
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
smallestadjectiveUS /ˈsmɔːləst/
superlative of “small” — limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
SMOLDERINGadjectiveUS /ˈsmoʊldərɪŋ/
showing scarcely suppressed anger
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
structurenounUS /ˈstrʌktʃər/
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
structuresnounUS /ˈstrʌktʃərz/
plural of “structure” — a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
teensnounUS /tiːnz/
the time of life between the ages of 12 and 20
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
termedverbUS /tɜːrmd/
past form of “term” — name formally or designate with a term
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
Trixy
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
typesnounUS /taɪps/
plural of “type” — a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
uncertainadjectiveUS /ənˈsɜːrtən/
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
unquestionablyadverbUS /ənˈkwestʃənəbli/
without question
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
precisely as stated
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SMOLDERING FIRES “Altmount” was so named from the fact that the Alton family had settled, built and managed the mount for more than four generations.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
wholesomeadjectiveUS /ˈhoʊlsəm/
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
From this reading Not quite sixteen, country life and natural fondness for healthy exercise had developed Gloria into the attractive personality termed “wholesome,” but comparing this with the uncertain ages and equally uncertain types about her, very often the “sweet sixteen” was mistaken for seventeen or even greater “teens.”
WigwamnounUS /ˈwɪɡwɑːm/
a Native American lodge frequently having an oval shape and covered with bark or hides
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Gloria might have been relegated to No. 2 known as the Wigwam, from a curious Indian legend attached to it, but somehow the influential Trixy succeeded in keeping her friend with her.
youngestadjectiveUS /ˈjʌŋɡəst/
superlative of “young” — (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The original homestead was now the smallest of the three imposing structures that clung to the hillsides, and was used to house the youngest pupils of the select school, while in a splendid stone and shingle structure recently built, and unquestionably an important executive building for the seminary proper, were domiciled Gloria and Trixy.
