Chapter III

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

any thing at all

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

a solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person)

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

plural of “crust” — the outer layer of the Earth

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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From this reading DEATH-CHAMBER SOOTHINGS.

wanted intensely

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

take in solid food

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

a social unit living together

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

past form of “float” — be in motion due to some air or water current

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

based on pretense; deceptively pleasing

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

possessive form of “henry” — a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

an iconic mental representation

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

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

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

joined in matrimony

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

covered with or smelling of mold

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

plural of “mystery” — something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

not any; not one

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

no person; not anyone

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

not one, and not any

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

many times at short intervals

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

inflected form of “prophesy” — predict or reveal through, or as if through, divine inspiration

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

a garment worn on the upper half of the body

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading DEATH-CHAMBER SOOTHINGS.

not in physical motion

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

causing surprise or wonder or amazement

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

express in words

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

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

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

not clearly expressed or understood

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

precisely as stated

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

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

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was impossible to pronounce him paler than usual; and, what was more surprising, he made no mysteries, but told all that he was asked to tell.

at the time that

From this reading Mr. Farrer seemed to be somewhat surprised to see that Henry’s coat was still black and still glossy when he called, as he promised, to see his family.

in or at the place that

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

in contrast with the fact that

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Nobody inquired whether he was married, and none but Jane desired to know where he lived.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading A vague image of a tattered shirt, a wallet and mouldy crusts, had floated before the old man’s mind as often as he prophesied that Harry would come begging to his father’s door; whereas Henry seemed to have nothing to complain of, did not ask for anything to eat, never mentioned money, and looked very cheerful.