used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
abusedadjectiveUS /əˈbjuːzd/
used improperly or excessively especially drugs
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
adventuressnoun
a woman adventurer
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
announceverbUS /əˈnaʊns/
make known; make an announcement
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
audacitynounUS /ɑːˈdæs.ə.t̬i/
A willingness to take bold risks; insolent and daring boldness that defies all authority.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
AustriannounUS /ˈɔːstriən/
a native or inhabitant of Austria
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
chronique
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
condemnedverbUS /kənˈdemd/
past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
coronetnounUS /ˈkɔːrəˈnet/
a small crown; usually indicates a high rank but below that of sovereign
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
cotillon
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
covertlyadverbUS /koʊˈvɜːrtli/
in a covert manner
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
culminatedverbUS /ˈkʌlməneɪtɪd/
past form of “culminate” — end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
disgustverbUS /dɪsˈɡʌst/
fill with distaste
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
earnverbUS /ɜːrn/
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
effusionnoun
an unrestrained expression of emotion
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
elegantadjectiveUS /ˈeləɡənt/
refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
else
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
EmbassynounUS /ˈembəsi/
a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
endedadjectiveUS /ˈendəd/
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
an old word for “before”
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
at any time
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
every person
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
exactadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzækt/
Strictly particular and correct.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
fashionableadjectiveUS /ˈfæʃənəbəl/
being or in accordance with current social fashions
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
fatefuladjectiveUS /ˈfeɪtfəl/
having momentous consequences; of decisive importance
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
make full, also in a metaphorical sense
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
set up or found
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
Fraeulein
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
FridaynounUS /ˈfraɪdi/
the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
general'snounUS /ˈdʒenərəlz/
possessive form of “general” — a general officer of the highest rank
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
gracedverbUS /ɡreɪst/
past form of “grace” — make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
hintedverbUS /ˈhɪntəd/
past form of “hint” — drop a hint; intimate by a hint
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
a feeling of righteous anger
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
Jane
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
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 "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
maintainedadjectiveUS /meɪnˈteɪnd/
kept in good condition
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
the light of the Moon
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used to form the superlative
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
Periods of darkness between sunset and sunrise.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
not any; not one
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
outdoneverbUS /ˈaʊtˈdʌn/
inflected form of “outdo” — be or do something to a greater degree
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
precautionsnounUS /priˈkɔːʃənz/
plural of “precaution” — a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
princelyadjectiveUS /ˈprɪnsli/
ostentatiously rich and superior in quality
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
professionaladjectiveUS /prəˈfeʃənəl/
engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
RomanadjectiveUS /ˈroʊmən/
relating to or characteristic of people of Rome
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
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 Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
scandaleuse
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
schemesnounUS /skiːmz/
plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
scoutedverbUS /ˈskaʊtɪd/
past form of “scout” — explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
a person who is head of an administrative department of government
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
Sempaly
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
disposed of to a purchaser
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
not in physical motion
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading "High Life,"--this was the name of the paper graced by this effusion--was scouted, abused and condemned by everybody, covertly maintained by several, and read by most--with disgust and indignation it is true, but still read.
unsuccessfuladjectiveUS /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfəl/
not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
weeklynounUS /ˈwiːkli/
a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
winningadjectiveUS /ˈwɪnɪŋ/
having won
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading "Will she earn her reward in the form of a coronet and will the pages of 'High Life' ere long announce a fashionable marriage in which this young lady will fill a part?--that is the question," so the article ended.
ZnounUS /ziː/
the ending of a series or sequence
From this reading The title of the article was "a moonlight cotillon;" it began with an exact description of Zinka, of whom it spoke as Fraeulein Z---- a S--l, the sister of a secretary in the Austrian Embassy; referred to the sensation produced by her appearance as Lady Jane Grey, spoke of her as an elegant adventuress--"a professional beauty"--and hinted at her various unsuccessful schemes for winning a princely coronet; schemes which had culminated in a moonlight walk, a few nights since, during a ball at the house of a distinguished member of Roman society, and which had outdone in audacity all that had ever been known to the _chronique scandaleuse_ of Rome.
Zinka
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Some one must have seen Zinka and Sempaly in the course of their moonlight walk or else have found out something about it in spite of the general's precautions; this was made evident by an article which came out on the Friday after the ball in a French 'society paper' published weekly in Rome.
Zinka's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On this fateful Friday every copy of "High Life" was sold in no time, and before the sun had set Zinka's name was in every mouth.
