Chapter XXXII

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

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

plural of “accomplishment” — the action of accomplishing something

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

recognized or made known or admitted

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

later than; following

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

(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 After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

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

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

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

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

plural of “con” — an argument opposed to a proposal

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

permission to do something

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

plural of “consultation” — a conference (usually with someone important)

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

recognizable; marked

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

inadequate in amount or degree

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

the act of forming or establishing something

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading IN THE FLOWER GARDEN.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

put in effect

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

yet to be or coming

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading IN THE FLOWER GARDEN.

a female heir

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

possessive form of “helen” — (Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

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

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading IN THE FLOWER GARDEN.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

set down according to a plan

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

absolutely essential

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

come to pass

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

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

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

past form of “propound” — put forward, as of an idea

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

plural of “pro” — an athlete who plays for pay

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

not clear to the understanding

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

an educational institution

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

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

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

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

From this reading IN THE FLOWER GARDEN.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

in or at that place or location

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

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

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

careful consideration

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

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

From this reading There were several reasons that led to this conclusion.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

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

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

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

From this reading IT is high time we returned to Tincroft House, and our friends there, whom we left puzzling themselves how best to fulfil the new duties laid upon them.

in a wise manner

From this reading Among others, it was wisely propounded by John that, being an heiress, some accomplishments, in which Helen was acknowledged to be deficient, were necessary for her future establishment in life, whenever that event might occur.

in the company of; together with

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading After many consultations, and weighing all sorts of pros and cons, it was finally decided—with the young lady's consent—that Helen's education should be carried on and completed at a boarding school.