Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

to or in a foreign country

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

called to public attention

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

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

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

an alphabetical list of names and addresses

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

apart from; not including

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

past form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

plural of “graduate” — a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university)

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

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From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

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

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

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

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading MISS PILLBODY.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

clean or organized

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

not any; not one

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

and nothing more

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

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

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

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

From this reading MISS PILLBODY.

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

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

plural of “president” — an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

plural of “privilege” — a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

an educational institution

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.

of superior grade

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

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

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

beyond doubt or reproach

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

not known

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

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

From this reading Miss Pillbody's school was unknown to the pages of the City Directory.

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

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading The school was select to such an extent, that not more than a dozen pupils were admitted to its privileges; and so private, that, outside of that number, its name was not known except among its graduates; and there were reasons why they should hesitate to spread its reputation abroad.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was never advertised in the newspapers, with a long list of "Hons." and bank presidents as unimpeachable references.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading The bright little plate on her door exhibited only "Pillbody," in neat script, and no hint of the existence of a school within.