Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

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

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

someone who pays for goods or services

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading "KILL HIM DEAD, RAOUL!"

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

cause to move by pulling

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

in an attractively handsome manner

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading "KILL HIM DEAD, RAOUL!"

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

in an inquiring manner

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading "KILL HIM DEAD, RAOUL!"

a landowner who leases to others

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

the force of workers available

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

plural of “monsieur” — used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English “Mr”

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

a particular point in time

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

-ing form of “notice” — discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

plural of “offer” — the verbal act of offering

From this reading "My inn offers good accommodation for man and beast.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

-ing form of “peer” — look searchingly

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading "KILL HIM DEAD, RAOUL!"

plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

enter again

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

snacks and drinks served as a light meal

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

cut with a saw

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

from a time in the past until now

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

not in physical motion

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

plural of “sword” — a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

carry out

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

in the direction of

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

at the time that

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

during the time that

From this reading "Do messieurs and madame require any refreshment?" he asked, noticing that two of the company were well and handsomely dressed, while the third looked like an officer.

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

From this reading The duel was not, however, to take place in the road, since at that moment, and when both men were preparing to draw their swords, the inn door opened and two persons came forth--one evidently the landlord, the other a customer to whom he was saying "Good-night."

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Then, as he was about to re-enter his house, he saw under the rays of the moon the three others in the road--the two men close together and the woman still mounted--and came forward toward them, peering inquiringly in front of him.