Chapter VIII

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

From this reading She was a good woman.

how long something has existed

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

surrounded by; in the company of

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

a female human offspring

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

(comparative and superlative of “early”) more early than; most early

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972)

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

easily broken or damaged or destroyed

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

depressingly dark

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading She was a good woman.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows)

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

an agricultural county of eastern England on the North Sea

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading OLIVIA.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

make a dry crackling sound

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

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

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

without complaining

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

in a constant and steadfast manner

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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 While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

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

From this reading She was a good woman.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

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

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

during the time that

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

which person or people

From this reading From the earliest age at which responsibility can begin, she had done her duty, uncomplainingly, unswervingly, as it seemed to those who watched her.

in the company of; together with

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

the words that are spoken

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.

plural of “workman” — an employee who performs manual or industrial labor

From this reading While busy workmen were employed at Marchmont Towers, hammering at the fragile wooden walls of the tennis-court,--while Mary Marchmont and Edward Arundel wandered, with the dogs at their heels, amongst the rustle of the fallen leaves in the wood behind the great gaunt Lincolnshire mansion,--Olivia, the Rector's daughter, sat in her father's quiet study, or walked to and fro in the gloomy streets of Swampington, doing her duty day by day.

an affirmative

From this reading Yes, the life of this woman is told in these few words: she did her duty.