Chapter XXXVII

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

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

eagerly desirous

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

-ing form of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

plural of “brow” — the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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From this reading In a few moments Natta ushered in Cestus.

plural of “colleague” — an associate that one works with

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

being joined in close association

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

wanted intensely

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a movement into or inward

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

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

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

planned and made or fashioned artistically

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a competitor thought likely to win

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading In a few moments Natta ushered in Cestus.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

be earlier in time; go back further

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

destroyed or killed

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

a room where books are kept

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

for the most part

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading In a few moments Natta ushered in Cestus.

Italian chemist noted for work on polymers (1903-1979)

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

above and across; more than

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

by chance

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

past form of “rage” — behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

worried and uneasy

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

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

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

hidden from general view or use

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

not in physical motion

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

familiar with many parts of the world

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums

From this reading In a few moments Natta ushered in Cestus.

someone who visits

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

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

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

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

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

which person or people

From this reading From supper at the house of one of these, he returned one evening at an early old‐fashioned hour, and upon entering his own hall, was met by Natta, his ancient steward, who informed him, that a man who had travelled for days to see him, was now awaiting him on some pressing business.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Fabricius, thinking, perhaps, it was some affair connected with some distant estate, desired the visitor to be brought, and, entering his favourite library, sat down before the fire, being still deep in the thoughts of a literary discussion which had raged over the supper‐table.

withdrawn from society; seeking solitude

From this reading Though Quintus Fabricius had long since withdrawn from public life, and spent his days mainly in the library of his mansion, he was not altogether so secluded in his habits, as to entirely forego the society of two or three ancient friends and colleagues of the busy days of politics gone by.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.

gather or contract into wrinkles or folds; pucker

From this reading He looked pale and worn; his brows wore an anxious wrinkle, and his glance was uneasy and restless.