Chapter I

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

later than; following

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

tried unsuccessfully

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

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From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

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From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

plural of “caress” — a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

a young person of either sex

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

the coloring of a person's face

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

third-person singular of “confer” — have a conference in order to talk something over

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

without stop or interruption

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

past form of “detain” — deprive of freedom; take into confinement

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

the state of being tense and feeling pain

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

many and different

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

plural of “eyebrow” — the arch of hair above each eye

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

in a gradual manner

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

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

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

artwork that helps make something clear or attractive

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

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

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

plural of “injury” — any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

to a high degree; extremely; in high concentration or density

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

go away from a place

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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 At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

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

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

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From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

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From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

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From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

plural of “mixture” — (chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding)

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

used to form the superlative

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

not any; not one

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

plural of “painting” — graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

a distinctive odor that is pleasant

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

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From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

participate in games or sport

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

plural of “precaution” — a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

with little or no delay

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

without strain or anxiety

From this reading But, as Mario asked no embarrassing or impertinent questions, the old man gradually relaxed his great precautions, and proceeded to his daily rejuvenation with most ingenuous explanations.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

the trait of keeping things secret

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

plural of “secret” — something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on)

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

inflected form of “submit” — refer for judgment or consideration

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

comparative of “sweet” — having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

express in words

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

being four more than twenty

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

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

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

at the time that

From this reading At first the old Celadon submitted to the beautifying process in profound secrecy, at the time when the child left his room for his first play.

which person or people

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading They were proof against wind, rain and Mario's frantic caresses; moreover, their perfume was sweeter, and they were more promptly prepared.

in the company of; together with

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading _WITH TWELVE PHOTOGRAVURES AFTER PAINTINGS BY H. ATALAYA._ (_Continued_) Since the Moorish woman had taught Adamas divers Eastern secrets for the composition of cosmetic mixtures, the marquis's complexion, his beard and his eyebrows had really improved.

but in spite of that

From this reading [Illustration: _BOIS-DORÉ CONFERS WITH THE RECTOR._ _The rector, who was unable as yet to leave his easy-chair, he had suffered so intensely with cold, discomfort and fright, attempted to tell him that a fall from his horse had caused his injuries and had detained him twenty-four hours at the house of one of his confrères._]