Chapter XXII

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

to a severe or serious degree

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

United States author who was an outspoken critic of racism (1924-1987)

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

plural of “berry” — any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

cause to be bored

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

a game played with playing cards

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

past form of “contrast” — put in opposition to show or emphasize differences

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

a small house with a single story

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

a pair who associate with one another

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

female of domestic cattle: "“moo-cow” is a child's term"

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

past form of “dismember” — separate the limbs from the body

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

spread out or scattered about or divided up

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

pleasantly occupied

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furniture with drawers for keeping clothes

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

past form of “dust” — remove the dust from

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marked by imagination, initiative, and readiness to undertake new projects

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

divisible by two

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

having lost freshness or brilliance of color

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

plural of “find” — a productive insight

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

provided with a frame

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

in a gay manner

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a mental representation of some haunting experience

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

possessive form of “grandfather” — the father of your father or mother

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

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

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

the mother of your father or mother

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

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

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

plural of “horn” — a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

temporary living quarters

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

-ing form of “lose” — fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

shelf that projects from wall above fireplace

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

expressing sorrow

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

possessive form of “nancy” — a city in northeastern France in Lorraine

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

possessive form of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

past form of “peep” — look furtively

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

plural of “plate” — (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

go at a rack

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

in the recent past

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

past form of “tack” — fasten with tacks

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

past form of “tick” — make a clicking or ticking sound

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

plural of “tradesman” — a merchant who owns or manages a shop

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

plural of “vas” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

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

From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

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

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

in the company of; together with

From this reading IN WHICH BALDWIN FINDS NEW LODGINGS THE cottage by the bridge contrasted strongly with Nancy’s home.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.

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From this reading Sprigs of holly, bright with scarlet berries, peeped from the vases on the mantelpiece, lay between the plates and dishes on the rack above the dresser, and were wreathed about the faded face of the grandfather’s clock in the corner.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading Two or three gaily coloured mottoes suitable to the season had been tacked to the wall, and a couple of attractive almanacks recently distributed by enterprising tradesmen in advance of the New Year, bore them company, and diverted attention from the framed funeral cards which grannie regarded with an owner’s mournful pride, and Hannah with an impatient contempt that was manifested every time she dusted them.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Great-great-grandfather’s, grannie would have told you, for it had ticked away in her grandsire’s time, and even then the cow upon the dial (which was now a mere ghost of a cow, and a badly dismembered ghost, too!) was losing its horns and tail.