Chapter VIII

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

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

a quantity of money

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

the formal act of approving

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

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

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

remaining in force or being carried on without letup

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

issue a decree

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a title used to address dignitaries (such as ambassadors or governors); usually preceded by “Your” or “His” or “Her”

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

plural of “grace” — (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

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

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

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

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

serving to instruct or enlighten or inform

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

a native or inhabitant of Italy

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

lacking in rigor or strictness

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

plural of “list” — a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics)

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

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 Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

make reference to

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

and nothing more

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

not one, and not any

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

plural of “promotion” — a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

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

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

past form of “remark” — make mention of

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

-ing form of “scribble” — write down quickly without much attention to detail

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

past form of “sigh” — heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

your name written in your own handwriting

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

used as an Italian courtesy title; can be prefixed to the name or used separately

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

an Italian title of respect for a man; equivalent to the English “sir”; used separately (not prefixed to his name)

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

that is looked for

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

express a supposition

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Indeed in the army it was declared that so lax was His Excellency in his duties as Minister that he left Pironti to prepare the lists of both promotions and military decorations, merely taking care that the names of none of his enemies appeared there, and scribbling his signature to the decree for the King's approval.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

not wanted

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

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

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

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

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.

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

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

at the time that

From this reading Hubert Waldon sighed when he had finished that most instructive document.

which person or people

From this reading Continuing, the report stated that Pironti often associated with undesirable persons, and, further, that it was a known fact that he had received from many officers who had sought promotion _douceurs_ to a considerable amount.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "_Si, signore_," replied the dark-faced detective, with a smile.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "These good graces you mention, Signor Pucci, mean money, I suppose!" remarked Waldron suddenly in Italian.