used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
financial assistance in time of need
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
the formal act of approving
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
plural of “boot” — footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
for the most part
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
condemnedverbUS /kənˈdemd/
past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
Didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
EXPECTATIONSnounUS /ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “expectation” — belief about (or mental picture of) the future
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
genteeladjectiveUS /dʒenˈtiːl/
marked by refinement in taste and manners
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
a young female
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
the act of departing
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
Jarvis
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From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
Jarvis's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
leapnounUS /liːp/
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
past form of “long” — desire strongly or persistently
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
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 Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
mournedverbUS /mɔːrnd/
past form of “mourn” — feel sadness
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
pinaforenoun
a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
proneadjectiveUS /proʊn/
having a tendency (to); often used in combination
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
established beyond doubt
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
remaindernounUS /rɪˈmeɪndər/
something left after other parts have been taken away
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
Identical; not different.
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
screamverbUS /skriːm/
utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
shockingadjectiveUS /ˈʃɑːkɪŋ/
glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
shortcomingsnounUS /ˈʃɔːrtkʌmɪŋz/
plural of “shortcoming” — a failing or deficiency
From this reading Elizabeth mourned over her shortcomings, and longed to be proper and genteel.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
express a supposition
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
required or under orders
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
separate or cause to separate abruptly
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
in spite of the fact that
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
toesnounUS /toʊz/
plural of “toe” — one of the digits of the foot
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
traitorousadjectiveUS /ˈtreɪtərəs/
having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
ungenteel
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
unmixedadjectiveUS /ənˈmɪkst/
not mixed with extraneous elements
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading At the same time, while she condemned herself for the traitorous thought, she had almost come to look upon the expected visit as a not altogether unmixed blessing.
which person or people
From this reading And though she was supposed to be the one who should benefit chiefly from it, a shadow it indeed proved.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading GREAT EXPECTATIONS For the remainder of the winter, Elizabeth lived under the shadow of Mrs. Jarvis's expected visit.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Did she tear her pinafore, burst through the toes of her boots, run, leap, scream, or do any one of the many ungenteel things she was so prone to do, the stern question faced her: What did she suppose Mrs. Jarvis would think of a big girl, going on twelve, who could conduct herself in such a shocking manner?
