Chapter I

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From this reading At Rome in 1870.

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

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

the combination of two or more commercial companies

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

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

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

a privileged class holding hereditary titles

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At Rome in 1870.

a native or inhabitant of Austria

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

plural of “austrian” — a native or inhabitant of Austria

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

use to one's advantage

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

a white sauce of fat, broth, and vegetables (used especially with braised meat)

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

the act of compiling (as into a single book or file or list)

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

dug in

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

of or relating to or characteristic of feudalism

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

Spanish cubist painter (1887-1927)

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

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

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

the quality of being holy

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

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

From this reading At Rome in 1870.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

in the recent past

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

a room where books are kept

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

death that is imposed because of the person's adherence of a religious faith or cause

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

any amazing or wonderful occurrence

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

not any; not one

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

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From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

the head of the Roman Catholic Church

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

with pretense or intention to deceive

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

a fictitious name used when the person performs a particular social role

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

strange in an interesting or pleasing way

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

relating to or characteristic of people of Rome

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire

From this reading At Rome in 1870.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

without any others being included or involved

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

the act of spending or disbursing money

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

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

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

the residence of the Catholic Pope in the Vatican City

From this reading His Holiness the Pope had entrenched himself in the Vatican behind his prestige of martyrdom; and the King already held his court at the Quirinal.

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

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

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

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

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

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."

which person or people

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading Among the distinguished Austrians who were spending the winter in Rome were the Otto Ilsenberghs.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Otto Ilsenbergh, one of the leading members of the Austrian feudal aristocracy, was in Rome professedly for his health, but in reality solely in order to avail himself of the resources of the Vatican library in compiling that work on the History of Miracle which he has lately given to the world under a quaint pseudonym.

but in spite of that

From this reading Roman society was already divided into "_Le Monde noir_" and "_Le Monde blanc_" which as yet gave no sign of amalgamation into a "_Monde gris_."