Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899)

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

-ing form of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding food or liquids

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

an alloy of copper and zinc

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

comparative of “bright” — emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

plural of “candle” — stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

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From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

put or send forth

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century)

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

the habit of keeping free of superficial imperfections

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

decorative cover for a bed

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

a room used for dining

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

the light of a fire (especially in a fireplace)

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

plural of “floor” — the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

be shiny, as if wet

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

plural of “hang” — a special way of doing something

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

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

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

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

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

free of guilt; not subject to blame

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

a room equipped for preparing meals

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

an artificial source of visible illumination

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

set afire or burning

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

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From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

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

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

above and across; more than

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

win a victory over

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

the property of being smooth and shiny

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

plural of “primrose” — any of numerous short-stemmed plants of the genus Primula having tufted basal leaves and showy flowers clustered in umbels or heads

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

comparative of “rich” — possessing material wealth

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

(Old Testament) a judge of Israel who performed herculean feats of strength against the Philistines until he was betrayed to them by his mistress Delilah

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

diminish gradually

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

possessive form of “visitor” — someone who visits

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

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From this reading And we'd better light the lamp in the kitchen passage or Uncle Alfred may trip over something when he hangs up his coat."

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

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

at the time that

From this reading "When we see the trap," Miriam said, "I'll go round with a taper.

in or at the place that

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

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

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

a Caucasian

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.

comparative of “white” — being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In the dining-room, the table was spread with the best cloth and the candles were ready to be lighted.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading The efforts of Mildred Caniper, Helen and Mrs. Samson produced a brighter polish on floors and furniture, a richer brilliance from brass, a whiter gleam from silver, in a house which was already irreproachable, and the smell of cleanliness was overcome by that of wood fires in the sitting-rooms and in Christopher where Uncle Alfred was to sleep.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading A bowl of primroses, brought by John from Lily Brent's garden and as yellow as her butter, stood on a table near the visitor's bed: the firelight cast shadows on the white counterpane, a new rug was awaiting Uncle Alfred's feet.