used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ROLLO A COURIER.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
balconynounUS /ˈbælkəni/
an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820)
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
COURIERnounUS /ˈkɜːriər/
a person who carries a message
From this reading ROLLO A COURIER.
diningnounUS /ˈdaɪnɪŋ/
the act of eating dinner
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
flowsnounUS /floʊz/
plural of “flow” — the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
set up or found
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
mapverbUS /mæp/
make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
Meyringen
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From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
having or showing great strength or force or intensity
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
perplexitynounUS /pərˈpleksəti/
trouble or confusion resulting from complexity
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
ROLLOnounUS /ˈrɑːloʊ/
Norse chieftain who became the first duke of Normandy (860-931)
From this reading ROLLO A COURIER.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
Identical; not different.
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
seatsnounUS /siːts/
an area that includes places where several people can sit
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
studyingnounUS /ˈstʌdiɪŋ/
reading carefully with intent to remember
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
surroundingadjectiveUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋ/
closely encircling
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
tablesnounUS /ˈteɪbəlz/
plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
carry out
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
torrentnounUS /ˈtɔːrənt/
a heavy rain
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
precisely as stated
From this reading This balcony was very large, and rooms opened from it in various directions.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
waterfallsnounUS /ˈwɔːtərfɔːlz/
plural of “waterfall” — a steep descent of the water of a river
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
in or at the place that
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Mr. George was seated at a table on a balcony, which opened from the dining room of the inn.
which person or people
From this reading There were several tables here, with seats around them, where those who chose to do so could take their breakfast or their dinner in the open air, and enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls at the same time.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Rollo came in one morning to the hotel at Meyringen, after having been taking a walk on the banks of a mighty torrent that flows through the valley, and found his uncle George studying the guide book and map, with an appearance of perplexity.
