Chapter XIV

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

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

farther along in physical or mental development

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

(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 "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

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

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

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

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

react verbally

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

with anxiety or apprehension

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

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

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

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

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

(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 "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

plural of “bunch” — a grouping of a number of similar things

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

cut of meat or fish including at least part of the backbone

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

in a hearty manner

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

small very thin pancake

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

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

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

causing distress or worry or anxiety

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

suitable to or characteristic of drama

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

put on clothes

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

being one more than seven

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

set up or found

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a man of refinement

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a base hit on which the batter scores a run

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a particular point in time

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a form of address for a man

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

Greek lyric poet remembered for his odes (518?-438? BC)

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a word picture of a person's appearance and character

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

compacted by ironing

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

the property of being extremely abundant

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

at the expected or proper time

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

a purple color or pigment

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

one of four equal parts

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

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

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

reflecting optimism

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

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

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Punctually at a quarter before eight he appeared, and found Miss Wax ready for him, sitting under the portrait, with her elbow resting on the little table.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Mr. Homer, as he advanced to greet her, made his usual mental comment that she was an elegant female, and pressed her hand cordially; Miss Bethia returned the pressure, and inquired anxiously for his health.

precisely as stated

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

cover with wax

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

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

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE DRAMATIC MOMENT Mr. Pindar, as has already been said, was to call on Miss Wax that evening for her answer; but Mr. Homer was before him, for this was Friday evening, which the little gentleman invariably spent with his life-long friend.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading Her silk dress, of the kind called _chine_, displayed bunches of apple-blossoms on a pale purple ground; she wore a scarf of rose-colored crape, and a profusion of hair jewelry.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I trust you are feeling better, Homer," she said, kindly; "all this excitement is very disturbing to you, I am sure.