used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
awnings
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From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
bare-footed
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From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
Canea
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From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
castingnounUS /ˈkæstɪŋ/
object formed by a mold
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
in a close relation or position in time or space
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
daintyadjectiveUS /ˈdeɪnti/
delicately beautiful
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
discreetlyadverbUS /dɪˈskriːtli/
with discretion; prudently and with wise self-restraint
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
embroideredverbUS /emˈbrɔɪdərd/
past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
divisible by two
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
furtiveadjectiveUS /ˈfɜːrtɪv/
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
a native or inhabitant of Italy
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
lettucenounUS /ˈletəs/
informal terms for money
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the force of workers available
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
a particular point in time
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
mullets
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From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
of an obscure nature
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
make or become more narrow or restricted
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
nondescriptadjectiveUS /ˈnɑːndɪˈskrɪpt/
lacking distinct or individual characteristics; dull and uninteresting
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
peepedverbUS /piːpt/
past form of “peep” — look furtively
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
projectingadjectiveUS /prəˈdʒektɪŋ/
extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
rentverbUS /rent/
let for money
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
robenounUS /roʊb/
any loose flowing garment
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
sheafnounUS /ʃiːf/
a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
shovedverbUS /ʃʌvd/
past form of “shove” — come into rough contact with while moving
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
slippersnounUS /ˈslɪpərz/
plural of “slipper” — low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
Spladjia
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From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
successive (without a break)
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
a lightweight cord
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
successiveadjectiveUS /səkˈsesɪv/
in regular succession without gaps
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
tiptoedverbUS /ˈtɪptoʊd/
past form of “tiptoe” — walk on one's toes
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
toenounUS /toʊ/
one of the digits of the foot
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
tuftnounUS /tʌft/
a bunch of hair or feathers or growing grass
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
TurkishadjectiveUS /ˈtɜːrkɪʃ/
of or relating to or characteristic of Turkey or its people or language
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
umbrellanounUS /əmˈbrelə/
a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading As the mysterious woman passed the little group of men sitting under the awnings, they turned their heads discreetly to one side, not even casting a furtive glance at the dainty, embroidered slippers, that now and then peeped out from under the black robe.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
the topmost one of two
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
urchinnounUS /ˈɜːrtʃən/
poor and often mischievous city child
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
a garment that covers the head and face
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
veiledadjectiveUS /veɪld/
having or as if having a veil or concealing cover
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
close enough to be walked to
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
belonging to which person
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
wipedverbUS /waɪpt/
past form of “wipe” — rub with a circular motion
From this reading Stopping for a moment, she drew a handkerchief from her bosom, and, passing it under her veil, wiped her face.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A nondescript urchin, bare-footed, with a tuft of black hair shooting straight up through a rent in his straw hat, followed with a string of red mullets and a sheaf of Italian lettuce.
WIVESnounUS /waɪvz/
plural of “wife” — a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading THREE WIVES A Turkish woman, closely veiled and carrying a black umbrella, was walking along the Spladjia, or principal street of Canea.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading Turning down a narrow street, she tiptoed along beneath the projecting upper stories of the houses, with that motion peculiar to women whose slippers are so constructed that they fall off if the toe is not shoved into them at each successive step.
