Chapter XIX · Chapter 19

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

From this reading A NEW FRIEND.

later than; following

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

(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 Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

greatly pleased

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

a movement into or inward

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

creating or arousing excitement

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

a social unit living together

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading A NEW FRIEND.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital)

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

set down according to a plan

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

the act of liberating someone or something

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

a form of address for a man

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading A NEW FRIEND.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

on one occasion

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

-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 Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

past form of “promote” — contribute to the progress or growth of

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

plural of “reference” — a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

affording physical or mental rest

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

express in words

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

a male human offspring

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

in or at that place or location

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

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

From this reading After this there followed an exciting interval for the family at the Parsonage.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

-ing form of “transport” — move something or somebody around; usually over long distances

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

the highest or uppermost side of anything

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

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

From this reading Before those curtains were ready, which the girls had ordered with so much pride, or the carpet laid down, he had taken possession, and his room in the Parsonage was already turned upside down preparing for a new inmate.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

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

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Reginald, with the impatience of anger, insisted upon transporting himself to the College at once, and entering upon "his duties," such as they were, in defiance of all public comment.

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

From this reading And Mr. May, delighted with the head-strong resentment which served his purpose so well, promoted it by all the means in his power, goading his son on, if he showed any signs of relaxing, by references to public opinion, and what the Liberation Society would say.