Chapter XXXVI · Chapter 36

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

in the past

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

measured by an angle or by the rate of change of an angle

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

in an appealing manner

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

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

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

completely unclothed

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

plural of “basket” — a container that is usually woven and has handles

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

plural of “being” — the state or fact of existing

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

combine into one

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

quick and energetic

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

plural of “celebration” — a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

rid of obstructions

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

not open or affording passage or access

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

with intention; in an intentional manner

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

opinion or judgment

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

plural of “fortune” — an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

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From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

plural of “fur” — the dressed hairy coat of a mammal

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a long fixed look

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

a state of high honor

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

an informal term for a youth or man

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

worthy of religious veneration

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

superlative of “happy” — enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

past form of “heed” — pay close attention to; give heed to

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

a sacred place of pilgrimage

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

possessive form of “joseph” — leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

provided with artificial light

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

one who suffers for the sake of principle

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

the light of the Moon

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

Periods of darkness between sunset and sunrise.

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

without a sound

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

not divisible by two

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

and nothing more

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

forward in time or order or degree

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

above and across; more than

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

plural of “pedestrian” — a person who travels by foot

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

plural of “pew” — long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

in a prominent way

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

past form of “push” — move with force

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

continue talking or writing in a desultory manner

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

past form of “sadden” — make unhappy

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

an optical instrument for aiding the eye in aiming, as on a firearm or surveying instrument

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

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From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

plural of “star” — (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

not in physical motion

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

(poetic) tranquil silence

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

exuding a bodily fluid in profuse amounts

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

in a softened tone

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

plural of “tendency” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

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

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

United States composer who collaborated with Gertrude Stein (1896-1989)

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

in a thoughtful manner

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

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

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

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From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

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From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

in the direction of

From this reading He did heed an odd beggar-child who stopped, to hold towards him a Christmas number of the "_Free Press_," for a penny, or who still more appealingly extended a little bare frozen hand for charity.

act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

void of intelligence or thought

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

a garment that covers the head and face

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

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

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.

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From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

which person or people

From this reading He heeded neither the flood of subdued light, that hung like a veil of hallowed glory over the earth, on this bright Christmas Eve, nor the busy pedestrians, who hurried to and fro, with well-filled baskets for to-morrow's celebrations.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

belonging to which person

From this reading He had not far to go on this nights' ramble, but he walked thoughtfully along, like one, on a serious errand, the old familiar sights of other days distracted him somewhat, his eyes wandered mechanically over the walls of the little church of St. Alban, the martyr, whose angular spire, stood prominently out in the clear moonlight.

in the company of; together with

From this reading But happy they, the happiest of their kind Whom gentle stars unite, and in one fate Their hearts, their fortunes, and their beings blend --_Thomson _ Guy Elersley, had long ago abandoned the noctivagent tendencies, that had only saddened and distracted his life, but to-night, as the clock struck nine, he deliberately closed the book he had been reading, with a heavv sigh, lit a cigar, and getting himself into his furs, he strolled noiselessly out, the great doorway of the quiet hotel and commenced an onward journey at a brisk pace.

inclined to yield to argument or influence or control

From this reading A corner away from this, and the glittering roof of St Joseph's Church attracted his gaze, he was passing close by it now, and a strange instinct directed his steps towards it; he pushed open the yielding door, and stood in the streaming moonlight, among vacant pews, and holy stillness.