used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
(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 All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
on or to one side
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
belabouring
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From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
of short duration or distance
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
broomnounUS /bruːm/
a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
calfnounUS /kæf/
young of domestic cattle
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
CinderellanounUS /ˌsɪndərˈelə/
a woman whose merits were not been recognized but who then achieves sudden success and recognition
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
cladadjectiveUS /klæd/
wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
commonsnounUS /ˈkɑːmənz/
a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
consumingadjectiveUS /kənˈsuːmɪŋ/
very strong; urgently felt
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
daisnounUS /deɪz/
a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
diamondsnounUS /ˈdaɪməndz/
plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
drubverbUS /drʌb/
beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
drudgenounUS /drʌdʒ/
one who works hard at boring tasks
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
dustheap
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From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
effusionnoun
an unrestrained expression of emotion
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
embracedverbUS /emˈbreɪst/
past form of “embrace” — include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
fatted
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From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
garmentsnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənts/
plural of “garment” — an article of clothing
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
a young female
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
gorgeousadjectiveUS /ˈɡɔːrdʒəs/
dazzlingly beautiful
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
grinnedverbUS /ɡrɪnd/
inflected form of “grin” — to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
inwardlyadverbUS /ˈɪnwərdli/
with respect to private feelings
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
IrelandnounUS /ˈaɪərlənd/
a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
lavenderadjectiveUS /ˈlævəndər/
of a pale purple color
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
lifetimenounUS /ˈlaɪftaɪm/
the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death)
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
marvelverbUS /ˈmɑːrvəl/
be amazed at
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
minxnoun
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
misconductnounUS /mɪˈskɑːndəkt/
bad or dishonest management by persons supposed to act on another's behalf
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
mopverbUS /mɑːp/
to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
noughtnoun
a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
oathnounUS /oʊθ/
profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
on one occasion
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
palletnounUS /ˈpælət/
the range of colour characteristic of a particular artist or painting or school of art
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
a feeling of intense anger
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
located or moved above the surround or above the normal position
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
registeringverbUS /ˈredʒɪstərɪŋ/
-ing form of “register” — record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
RETROSPECTnounUS /ˈretrəspekt/
contemplation of things past
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
robenounUS /roʊb/
any loose flowing garment
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
Identical; not different.
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
samitenoun
a heavy silk fabric (often woven with silver or gold threads); used to make clothing in the Middle Ages
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
saucyadjectiveUS /ˈsɔːsi/
characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
scullerynoun
a small room (in large old British houses) next to the kitchen; where kitchen utensils are cleaned and kept and other rough household jobs are done
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
sorelyadverbUS /ˈsɔːrli/
to a great degree
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
spitefuladjectiveUS /ˈspaɪtfəl/
showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
plural of “stand” — a support or foundation
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
stoolnounUS /stuːl/
a simple seat without a back or arms
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
three-leggedadjective
having or as if having three legs
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
uncommonadjectiveUS /ənˈkɑːmən/
not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
uniqueadjectiveUS /juːˈniːk/
radically distinctive and without equal
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
VolunteerverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈtɪr/
tell voluntarily
From this reading RETROSPECT The brief career of the Volunteer army stands as a unique example for students of history to marvel at.
vowingverbUS /ˈvaʊɪŋ/
-ing form of “vow” — make a vow; promise
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Urged by a strange series of events, Ireland, like Cinderella, rose up from her dustheap, and was clad by a fairy in gorgeous garments.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
at the time that
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
whereon
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From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
morally bad in principle or practice
From this reading All at once she flung aside her mop, and demanded to be raised from the three-legged stool in the scullery to the dais whereon her wicked sister sat.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
in the company of; together with
From this reading And the wicked sister, being at the time sorely put about through her own misconduct, embraced her drudge with effusion on each cheek, instead of belabouring her with a broom, as had been her pleasant way, vowing that the straw pallet and short commons of a lifetime were all a mistake, and that nought but samite and diamonds of the first water were good enough for the sweet girl.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading She killed the fatted calf, and drew a fine robe out of lavender, and grinned as many a spiteful woman will whom rage is consuming inwardly, registering at the same time a secret oath to drub the saucy minx when occasion should serve--a not uncommon practice among ladies.
