Chapter XXV

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

past form of “abound” — be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

a fit of shivering or shaking

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

(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 On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

the event of one object coming closer to another

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

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

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

smiling with happiness or optimism

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

plural of “bottle” — a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

plural of “case” — an occurrence of something

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a young person of either sex

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

(of wine) tainted in flavor by a cork containing excess tannin

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

a large number or amount

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

hypertrophy of certain body parts (usually legs and scrotum); the end state of the disease filariasis

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

divisible by two

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

possessive form of “general” — a general officer of the highest rank

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

cause to stop

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

-ing form of “interview” — conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

past form of “invest” — make an investment

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a short coat

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

someone who doesn't understand what is going on

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

a large indefinite number

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

common name for an edible agaric (contrasting with the inedible toadstool)

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

severe conjunctivitis

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

plural of “patient” — a person who requires medical care

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a fundamental principle or practice

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

-ing form of “prescribe” — issue commands or orders for

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

with little or no delay

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

established beyond doubt

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

past form of “reign” — have sovereign power

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

A distinctive smell or aroma.

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

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

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

causing or able to cause nausea

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

plural of “size” — the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

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

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

a state of acute pain

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

final or last in your life or progress

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

a lightweight hat worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading A vast crowd, assembled about the south verandah, astonished Mallender, as he walked up to the General's quarters in order to fetch his horse.

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

From this reading On approaching nearer, he discovered that this gathering was not, as he had feared, the scene of an accident, but a multitude of the blind, halt, and lame, all waiting to be treated by the kind hands of Mrs. Beamish.

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

From this reading Dozens and dozens of bottles of all sorts, and sizes, from a soda-water to a scent bottle, were being promptly filled, corked, and delivered.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

a Caucasian

From this reading Invested in a mushroom topee, and loose white jacket, seated behind a large table Mrs. Beamish reigned supreme; interviewing and prescribing for her patients--one by one; whilst two sharp-looking servants assisted her.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

affected by or full of grief or woe

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading It proved to be an army composed of woeful cases; here a man with elephantiasis,--his leg the size and shape of a pillar; there a woman, with a child in her arms, a prey to ophthalmia, a sickening spectacle; people suffering from fever, and ague, and even leprosy, abounded.