Chapter XI

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

(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 "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

expected hopefully

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading How could it be otherwise?

in a beautiful manner

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a region marking a boundary

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

plural of “button” — a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

plural of “caper” — any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

of or relating to the life and times of kings Charles I or Charles II of England

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading How could it be otherwise?

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

possessive form of “daughter” — a female human offspring

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

a room used for dining

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a British peer of the highest rank

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

the organ of sight

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

record in a public office or in a court of law

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

theater light at the front of a stage that illuminate the set and actors

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

shining intensely

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

the act of departing

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

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

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

having or involving the use of hands

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

the yield from plants in a single growing season

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

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

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading How could it be otherwise?

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

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

relating to or characteristic of Hungary

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

past form of “incite” — give an incentive for action

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

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

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

and nothing more

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

the force of workers available

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

in other respects or ways

From this reading How could it be otherwise?

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

past form of “pick” — select carefully from a group

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

consisting of fine particles

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

move through with or as if with a rake

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled by external storms.

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

separate into parts or portions

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

not in physical motion

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

successive (without a break)

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading "Inside and out, high and low, all are happy, it is one huge success.

-ing form of “swoop” — move down on as if in an attack

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

tenants of an estate considered as a group

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

closely constrained or constricted or constricting

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

position 20 in a countable series of things

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

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

From this reading THE NIGHT OF THE TWENTIETH A loose chain of fairy lights marked the brink of the lake; another was drawn tight from end to end of the balustrade rimming the terrace; and between the two, incited by champagne and the Hungarian band, the rank and file of the tenantry cut happy capers in the opening eye of the harvest moon.

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

which person or people

From this reading "It is going beautifully--beautifully!" whispered Lady Caroline, swooping down upon the Duke, who had himself made straight for her daughter's side.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading At one end of the terrace the fire-workers awaited the word to rake and split the still serenity of the heavens; at the other, the fairy footlights picked out the twinkling diamonds and glaring shirt-fronts of the house-party, the footmen's gilt buttons and powdered heads; for the men had just come out of the dining-room, and tea was being handed round.