Chapter XXI · Chapter 21

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

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

later than; following

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

past form of “anchor” — fix firmly and stably

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

feeling or showing anger

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

bewildering or striking dumb with wonder

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

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From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

huge; relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Brobdingnag

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

past form of “care” — feel concern or interest

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

something that interests you because it is important or affects you

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the state of being suitable or opportune

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

the trait of being meticulous about matters of taste or style

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

set up or found

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the state of being friends (or friendly)

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

in a grotesque manner

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

an arm of a sea or ocean partly enclosed by land; larger than a bay

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

plural of “hawk” — diurnal bird of prey typically having short rounded wings and a long tail

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading He was simply thoughtful.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

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

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

go away from a place

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

plural of “mast” — a vertical spar for supporting sails

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

plural of “meal” — the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

not any; not one

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

on one occasion

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

a native or inhabitant of Iran

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

-ing form of “point” — indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

new

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

-ing form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

a result

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

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From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

plural of “sampan” — an Asian skiff usually propelled by two oars

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

of superior grade

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

the act of causing something to go (especially messages)

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

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From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

plural of “shoulder” — the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

and nothing more

From this reading He was simply thoughtful.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

a guest cabin

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

cooked in steam

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

plural of “stern” — the rear part of a ship

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

plural of “talon” — a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

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

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

having intellectual depth

From this reading He was simply thoughtful.

push forcefully

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

suggesting the operation of supernatural influences

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

feelings of anxiety that make you tense and irritable

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

up to a particular time

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

directed up

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

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

From this reading During the remainder of the voyage Romola Borria did not once, so far as Peter was aware, leave her stateroom.

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

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

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

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading The _Persian Gulf_ anchored outside at night, and in the morning steamed slowly in amidst the maze of masts, of sampans and junks, which latter lay with their sterns pointing grotesquely upward, resembling nothing so closely as great brown hawks which had flown down from a Brobdingnagian heaven, to select with greater convenience and fastidiousness what prey might fall within reach of their talons.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Her meals were sent there, and there she remained, sending out word in response to his inquiries that she was ill, could see no one--not that Peter, after that latest astounding interview, cared particularly to renew the friendship.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet he felt a little angry at his demonstration of frank selfishness, and not a little uneasy at the uncanny precision of her recital of his recent history, an uneasiness which grew, until he found himself waiting with growing concern for the rock-bound shore-line of Hong Kong to thrust its black-and-green shoulders above the horizon.