Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

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

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

past form of “blaze” — shine brightly and intensively

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

having branches

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

plural of “candle” — stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

in mental comfort; without stress

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

an upholstered seat for more than one person

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

having an (artificial) crown on a tooth

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

in a proper and decorous manner

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

completely neat and clean

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

any structure that makes progress difficult

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

used of especially merchandise brought from a foreign source

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

plural of “log” — a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

(Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

American plants closely resembling Old World mistletoe

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

popular aquarium fish

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

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

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

a city in northeastern France in Lorraine

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

something you have to do

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

and nothing more

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

designed or carried out according to a plan

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

serving to bring to mind

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

formality and propriety of manner

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

a building where people go to eat

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

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

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

possessive form of “room” — an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

plural of “skeleton” — something reduced to its minimal form

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

abounding with or resembling stars

From this reading Only the innumerable starry candles and branching candelabra were reminiscent of the room's more professional aspect.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading All the impedimenta of the restaurant was cleared away, and a couch and several easy chairs that Nancy kept in reserve for such occasions were placed comfortably about the room.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

correct by punishment or discipline

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

plural of “trailer” — someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

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

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

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

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.

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

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes

From this reading Before the great logs--imported by Michael for the occasion--that blazed in the fireplace, a round table was set, decorously draped in the most immaculate of fine linen, and crowned with a wreath of holly and mistletoe, from which extended red satin trailers with a present from Nancy for each guest, on the end of each.

possessive form of “year” — a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading TAME SKELETONS It was Sunday night, and New Year's Eve.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading Gaspard was preparing, and Molly and Dolly were serving a special dinner for Preston Eustace, planned weeks before on his first arrival in New York.