Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

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

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

someone who bites

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

inflected form of “bite” — to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

past form of “cage” — confine in a cage

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

put or send forth

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

the state of being certain

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

having or marked by confidence or assurance

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

communicated in words

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

opinion or judgment

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

having or involving the use of hands

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

make a sound typical of metallic objects

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

held up in the air

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

small silvery drumfish often mistaken for white perch; found along coasts of United States from New York to Mexico

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

by chance

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

in a polite manner

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

-ing form of “quake” — shake with fast, tremulous movements

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

possessive form of “simon” — one of the twelve Apostles (first century)

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading At the door Torquato stopped, expressed a civil hope that mademoiselle would be comfortable, and, bowing politely to her as she passed in, handed the candle to La Marmotte, and was about to return when he felt his arm seized.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

in spite of the fact that

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or disloyalty against a host or ally.

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

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

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading So she nerved herself, and went on to La Marmotte's room, though it was with a quaking heart.

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

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was La Marmotte, and she looked into his face with eager, searching eyes as she asked: "What does this mean?--more treachery?"

at the time that

From this reading THE BITER BITTEN When Torquato Trotto lifted the candle to guide mademoiselle and La Marmotte from the supper-room he was confident in the success of his plan, and already heard the jingle of Simon's crown-pieces in his ears.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Perhaps it was the certainty that the birds were caged that made him a trifle careless, and so there was something in his air and in the glance he cast back upon his companions, whilst leading them through the gallery, that filled mademoiselle with a sudden fear, and, but for her pride, she would have run back to my side.