Chapter XVI

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

later than; following

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

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

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

plural of “bit” — a small piece or quantity of something

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a small house with a single story

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

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

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a brightly printed and glazed cotton fabric

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

the person or thing chosen or selected

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

plural of “cover” — a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

plural of “crop” — the yield from plants in a single growing season

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

plural of “drapery” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

plural of “energy” — (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a social unit living together

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

a soldier of the American Revolution who was hanged as a spy by the British; his last words were supposed to have been `I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country' (1755-1776)

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

plural of “journey” — the act of traveling from one place to another

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

and nothing more

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

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

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

the force of workers available

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

and nothing more

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

the property of being extremely abundant

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

strange in an interesting or pleasing way

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

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

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

past form of “repute” — look on as or consider

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

receiving deferential regard

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

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

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

plural of “screen” — a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

inflected form of “sip” — drink in sips

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

being ten more than fifty

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

the act of smoking tobacco or other substances

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

without any others being included or involved

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

firm and dependable especially in loyalty

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

having or showing or conforming to good taste

From this reading "The big bungalow," as it was called, was large and luxurious; the furniture modern and tasteful.

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

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

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

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

male cat

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

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

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

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

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

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

From this reading Mrs. Lepell's frequent journeys to England resulted in many pretty things, such as choice water-colours, bits of quaint silver, fresh chintz covers; then there were soft draperies and screens, books and flowers in profusion.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading Whilst this genial family party was proceeding in Mr. Chandos' house, a gathering of another description took place in the vicinity.

belonging to which person

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading After dinner three men sat smoking, sipping coffee in the verandah; Mrs. Lepell, in a comfortable chair, and graceful tea-gown, was the only woman present.

a late time of life

From this reading Her husband, Tom Lepell, a hale man of sixty, had been respected in India for five-and-thirty years; he was reputed to be hard, but just; a stern master and a staunch friend, whose energies were solely devoted to sugar and crops, to goor and rab.