Chapter VII

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

the state of being absent

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight

From this reading Mother has baked it beautifully!"

in a beautiful manner

From this reading Mother has baked it beautifully!"

earlier than; in front of

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it)

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax)

From this reading "Your birthday cake in the larder looks delicious, Granfer!

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading "Your birthday cake in the larder looks delicious, Granfer!

the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

provide as food

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

start firing a weapon

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

destroyed or killed

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

the father of your father or mother

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

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

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Mother has baked it beautifully!"

possessive form of “heart” — the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

a supply of food especially for a household

From this reading "Your birthday cake in the larder looks delicious, Granfer!

the act of departing

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

enter into a log, as on ships and planes

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

plural of “look” — the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading "Your birthday cake in the larder looks delicious, Granfer!

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

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Mother has baked it beautifully!"

a form of address for a man

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

a leisurely walk (usually in some public place)

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

the sensation caused by heat energy

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

clean with some chemical process

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading Granfer sat in his accustomed seat, for though it was May, and the weather quite mild, there was a cheerful log fire on the hearth, and the old man was glad of the warmth.

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

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

at the time that

From this reading When the children had finished their duties, they joined their grandfather, and Nellie commenced a conversation by saying:

in the company of; together with

From this reading GRANFER'S HEART'S DESIRE IT was the evening before Granfer's birthday, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple had gone for a stroll together, leaving the house in the charge of Nellie and Bessie, with instructions that they were to wash up the tea things and feed the poultry during their parents' absence.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Your birthday cake in the larder looks delicious, Granfer!