used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
adjustingverbUS /əˈdʒʌstɪŋ/
-ing form of “adjust” — alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
past form of “answer” — react verbally
From this reading "Wardlock Manor?--yes, sir," answered the servant.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
auranounUS /ˈɔːrə/
a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
circumambiates
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From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
commandingadjectiveUS /kəˈmændɪŋ/
used of a height or viewpoint
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
the appearance conveyed by a person's face
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
defineverbUS /dɪˈfaɪn/
determine the essential quality of
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading "This is Wardlock?" demanded the visitor.
deshabillenoun
the state of being carelessly or partially dressed
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
disturbancenounUS /dɪˈstɜːrbəns/
activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
Donica
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From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
emittedverbUS /ɪˈmɪtəd/
inflected form of “emit” — expel (gases or odors)
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
every person
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
flunkynoun
a male servant (especially a footman)
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
footmannounUS /ˈfʊtmən/
a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
gentlemanlikeadjective
befitting a man of good breeding
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
GwynnnounUS /ɡwɪn/
English comedienne and mistress of Charles II (1650-1687)
From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
how
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From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
impertinencenoun
an impudent statement
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
impliedverbUS /ˌɪmˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “imply” — express or state indirectly
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
intangiblenounUS /ˌɪnˈtændʒəbəl/
assets that are saleable though not material or physical
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
loomedverbUS /luːmd/
past form of “loom” — come into view indistinctly, often threateningly
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
ManornounUS /ˈmænər/
the mansion of a lord or wealthy person
From this reading "Wardlock Manor?--yes, sir," answered the servant.
used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English “Mr”
From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
necktienounUS /ˈnektaɪ/
neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
not any; not one
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
no person; not anyone
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
a human being
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
potentadjectiveUS /ˈpoʊtənt/
having great influence
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
retirementnounUS /riˈtaɪərmənt/
the state of being retired from one's business or occupation
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
possessing material wealth
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
From this reading "Wardlock Manor?--yes, sir," answered the servant.
term of address for a man
From this reading "Wardlock Manor?--yes, sir," answered the servant.
soiledadjectiveUS /sɔɪld/
soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
confined on all sides
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
talksnounUS /tɔːks/
a discussion intended to produce an agreement
From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
unshornadjective
not sheared
From this reading The footman opened the door in deshabille and unshorn, with a countenance that implied his sense of the impertinence of this disturbance of his gentlemanlike retirement.
Varbarriere
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From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
vehiclenounUS /ˈviːhɪkəl/
a conveyance that transports people or objects
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
someone who visits
From this reading "This is Wardlock?" demanded the visitor.
Wardlock
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From this reading "This is Wardlock?" demanded the visitor.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
wealthyadjectiveUS /ˈwelθi/
having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
(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 There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading There was, however, that in the countenance of Monsieur Varbarriere, as well as the intangible but potent "aura" emitted by wealth, which surrounded him--an influence which everybody feels and no one can well define, which circumambiates a rich person and makes it felt, nobody knows how, that he _is_ wealthy--that brought the flunky to himself; and adjusting his soiled necktie hastily with one hand, he ran down to the heavy but commanding countenance that loomed on his from the window of the vehicle.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Monsieur Varbarriere talks with Donica Gwynn.
an affirmative
From this reading "Wardlock Manor?--yes, sir," answered the servant.
