Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

the state of being absent

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

matters of personal concern

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

(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 "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

Having no one else present.

From this reading "That presence alone will do much.

having a strong desire for success or achievement

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; “Great Britain” is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

power to direct or determine

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

bring shame or dishonor upon

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

past form of “divest” — take away possessions from someone

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "That presence alone will do much.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

extend in scope or range or area

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "How is this possible?"

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

a quantity that is added

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "How is this possible?"

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

engage in

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

a form of address for a man

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading "That presence alone will do much.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

leave undone or leave out

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

not any; not one

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

and nothing more

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

plural of “opportunity” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

above and across; more than

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

have ownership or possession of

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading "How is this possible?"

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

plural of “revenue” — the entire amount of income before any deductions are made

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "That presence alone will do much.

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

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

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

From this reading "How is this possible?"

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

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

the act of using

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

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

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

during the time that

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "Ask no questions," she said; "but believe me, Rashleigh's views extend far beyond the possession or increase of commercial wealth: he will only make the command of Mr. Osbaldistone's revenues and property the means of putting in motion his own ambitious and extensive schemes.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "But how can I, in disgrace with my father, and divested of all control over his affairs, prevent this danger by my mere presence in London?"

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading While your father was in Britain this was impossible; during his absence, Rashleigh will possess many opportunities, and he will not neglect to use them."