Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

the table in Christian churches where communion is given

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

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

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

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

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

the time when something begins (especially life)

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

a woman who has recently been married

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in “college-bound students”

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

enthusiastic approval

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

divisible by two

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

arouse or elicit a feeling

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

something many people believe that is false

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

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

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

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

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

past form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

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

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

heighten or intensify

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

against your will

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

inflected form of “kneel” — rest one's weight on one's knees

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

possessive form of “martin” — French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

a particular point in time

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

past form of “officiate” — act in an official capacity in a ceremony or religious ritual, such as a wedding

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

and nothing more

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

plural of “pew” — long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

-ing form of “pronounce” — speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

To recall to mind.

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

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From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

not in physical motion

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

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

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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

From this reading I knew not the sensation of any sentiment beyond that of esteem; love was still a stranger to my bosom.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

impressive by reason of age

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.

make a vow; promise

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

(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 I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

at the time that

From this reading My heart, even when I knelt at the altar, was as free from any tender impression as it had been at the moment of my birth.

in or at the place that

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

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

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

during the time that

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

which person or people

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I had never, then, seen the being who was destined to inspire a thought which might influence my fancy or excite an interest in my mind, and I well remember that, even while I was pronouncing the marriage vow, my fancy involuntarily wandered to that scene where I had hoped to support myself with _eclat_ and reputation.

plural of “witness” — someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading The clerk officiated as father; my mother and the woman who opened the pews were the only witnesses to the union.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading The ceremony was performed by Doctor Saunders, the venerable vicar of St. Martin's, who, at the conclusion of the ceremony, declared that he had never before performed the office for so young a bride.