used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
amiableadjectiveUS /ˈeɪmiəbəl/
disposed to please
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
Blanche
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From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
detailedadjectiveUS /dɪˈteɪld/
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
disclosedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskloʊzd/
made known (especially something secret or concealed)
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
very good; of the highest quality
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading THE HAPPY SCHOOL-DAYS.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
how
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From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
an iconic mental representation
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
of great significance or value
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
miniaturenounUS /ˈmɪniətʃʊr/
painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts)
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
omittedverbUS /oʊˈmɪtəd/
inflected form of “omit” — prevent from being included or considered or accepted
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
and nothing more
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
by chance
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
pursenounUS /pɜːrs/
a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women)
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
representsverbUS /ˌreprɪˈzents/
third-person singular of “represent” — take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
Rose'snounUS /ˈroʊzɪz/
possessive form of “rose” — any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
scantilyadverbUS /ˈskæntəli/
in a skimpy manner
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
an educational institution
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
SCHOOL-DAYS
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From this reading THE HAPPY SCHOOL-DAYS.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
speaksverbUS /spiːks/
third-person singular of “speak” — express in speech
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
to a sufficient degree
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE HAPPY SCHOOL-DAYS.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
precisely as stated
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
at the time that
From this reading She speaks, indeed, of the surprise and contempt of the girls when they learned how scantily her purse was furnished; but the full effects of that were only developed some time afterwards.
Wirrelston's
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From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading A school is an image of the world in miniature, and represents it, perhaps, in its least amiable aspect.
inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading Rose's letter has disclosed to us a sufficiently detailed account of their school existence; but she has omitted one very important point--for the very excellent reason that, at the time she wrote, it had not shown itself.
a late time of life
From this reading Rose and Blanche remained three years at Mrs. Wirrelston's.
