Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

later than; following

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

declared publicly; made widely known

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

United States tennis player who was the first Black to win United States and English singles championships (1943-1993)

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

possessive form of “ashe” — United States tennis player who was the first Black to win United States and English singles championships (1943-1993)

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

greatly pleased

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

the act of eating dinner

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

on a floor below

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

being one more than seven

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

divisible by two

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

not divided or shared with others

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

the light of a fire (especially in a fireplace)

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

set up or found

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

a quick look

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

excessively quick

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

plural of “holiday” — leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

possessive form of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

sheathed in iron plates for protection

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

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

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

a form of address for a man

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

according to the clock

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

and nothing more

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

with little or no delay

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

on the contrary

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

To recall to mind.

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

ready to fall asleep

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

fourth Thursday in November in the United States; second Monday in October in Canada; commemorates a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag

From this reading Half-past eight o'clock Thanksgiving morning found the six girls downstairs and seated at the breakfast table.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

the starting point for a new state or experience

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

(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 A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

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

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

at the time that

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

in or at the place that

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

past form of “whisk” — move somewhere quickly

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

which person or people

From this reading Mr. Ashe, who made it an ironclad rule always to be in his office at half-past eight o'clock, even on holidays, had time for only a hasty good morning all around before his man announced that his car was at the door.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading A FIRELIGHT COUNCIL It was well after midnight when the theatre party returned to Mabel's home, rather sleepy, but delighted with their glimpse of pleasure-loving New York by night.

possessive form of “york” — the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading After the theatre they were invited to be Mr. Ashe's guests at supper, and were promptly whisked away in their motor car to one of New York's particularly exclusive hotels, where a delicious little supper was served to them in one of the hotel's private dining rooms.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Remember, Mab, you are to bring the girls down to my office after Thanksgiving services this morning," he called back as he paused on the threshold of the dining room.