used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
Queen of England and Scotland and Ireland; daughter if James II and the last of the Stuart monarchs; in 1707 she was the last English ruler to exercise the royal veto over parliament (1665-1714)
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
apronsnounUS /ˈeɪprənz/
plural of “apron” — a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
AshtonnounUS /ˈæʃtən/
British choreographer (1906-1988)
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading It was like a knell booming out; and the carriages went away with the company.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
BluebeardnounUS /ˈbluːbiːrd/
(fairytale) a monstrous villain who marries seven women; he kills the first six for disobedience
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
boomingadjectiveUS /ˈbuːmɪŋ/
very lively and profitable
From this reading It was like a knell booming out; and the carriages went away with the company.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
carriagesnounUS /ˈkærɪdʒɪz/
plural of “carriage” — a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
an institution created to conduct business
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
ConeynounUS /ˈkoʊni/
black-spotted usually dusky-colored fish with reddish fins
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
cornersnounUS /ˈkɔːrnərz/
plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
endingnounUS /ˈendɪŋ/
the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme)
From this reading A fine ending to a wedding!
EverydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a movable barrier in a fence or wall
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
gownsnounUS /ɡaʊnz/
plural of “gown” — a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was like a knell booming out; and the carriages went away with the company.
jacketsnounUS /ˈdʒækɪts/
plural of “jacket” — a short coat
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
jostledverbUS /ˈdʒɑːsəld/
past form of “jostle” — make one's way by jostling, pushing, or shoving
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
knellverbUS /nel/
ring as in announcing death
From this reading It was like a knell booming out; and the carriages went away with the company.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
maidsnounUS /meɪdz/
plural of “maid” — a female domestic
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
muslinnounUS /ˈmʌzlən/
plain-woven cotton fabric
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
nooksnounUS /nʊks/
plural of “nook” — a sheltered and secluded place
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading Twelve o'clock!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
plumagenounUS /ˈpluːmədʒ/
the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
postillions
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From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a purple color or pigment
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
scarletnounUS /ˈskɑːrlət/
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
staircasenounUS /ˈsterkeɪs/
a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
Timberdale
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading Twelve o'clock!
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed
From this reading A fine ending to a wedding!
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
a Caucasian
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
wildlyadverbUS /ˈwaɪldli/
to an extreme or greatly exaggerated degree
From this reading Before the gate waited the carriages, their postillions in scarlet jackets; the company, in their fine plumage, jostled each other in the nooks and corners of the house; the maids, wearing a bright uniform of purple gowns and white muslin aprons, ran about wildly.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading Every two minutes, old Coney went up to a staircase window that faced Timberdale, looking out to see whether Robert Ashton was coming--like Sister Anne, in "Bluebeard."
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was like a knell booming out; and the carriages went away with the company.
