Chapter XIX · Chapter 19

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

given as a task

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

for the reason that

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

a room used primarily for sleeping

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

the beliefs and practices of a Catholic Church

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

English general; son of George II; fought unsuccessfully in the battle of Fontenoy (1721-1765)

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

plural of “department” — a specialized division of a large organization

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

plural of “engraving” — a print made from an engraving

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

an impression made from an etched plate

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a specific size and style of type within a type family

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

past form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

a fictitious detective in stories by A. Conan Doyle

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

not based on fact; existing only in the imagination

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

the habitation of wild animals

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

not one, and not any

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

above and across; more than

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a perceptual structure

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

an abundance of material possessions and resources

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

have flavor; taste of something

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

protected from heat and light with shade or shadow

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

very large in expanse or scope

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

ostentatiously rich and superior in quality

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Mr. Prohack could appreciate the catholicity and sureness of taste which it displayed.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Evidently this apartment had been the lair of the real owner and creator of the great home.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

plural of “wall” — 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 It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

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

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

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

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading He liked the cornice as well as the form of the dressing-table, and the Cumberland landscape by C.J. Holmes as well as the large Piranesi etching of an imaginary prison, which latter particularly interested him because it happened to be an impression between two "states"--a detail which none but a true amateur could savour.

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

From this reading It was full, but not too full, of the finest Directoire furniture, and the walls were covered with all manner of engravings and watercolours.

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

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE SILENT TOWER The fount of riches and the Terror of the departments, clothed in the latest pattern of sumptuous pyjamas, lay in the midst of his magnificent and spacious bed, and, with the shaded electric globe over his brow, gazed at the splendours of the vast bedroom which Eve had allotted to him.