Chapter XXIII

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

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

to or in a foreign country

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

a quantity of money

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

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

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

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

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

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

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

plural of “bill” — a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

cause to be bored

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

possessive form of “daisy” — any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

the state of owing something (especially money)

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

plural of “document” — writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

inflected form of “drop” — let fall to the ground

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

divisible by two

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

opinion or judgment

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

past form of “flutter” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

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

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

treated with dislike or contempt

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

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

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

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

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

the state of being honored

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

anything that is owed to someone else

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

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

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

not any; not one

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

the act of departing politely

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

affix in a public place or for public notice

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

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From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

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

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

filled with bewilderment

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

(of animals) officially recorded with or certified by a recognized breed association; especially in a stud book

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

possessing material wealth

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

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From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

only a very short time before

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

plural of “sky” — the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

plural of “speculation” — a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

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

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

all the plant life in a particular region or period

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

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

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

accept gladly

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

at the time that

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

in contrast with the fact that

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

which person or people

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading When he opened the registered letter, and bills for the whole amount of his liabilities fluttered out, he could scarcely believe his eyes.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading Then he puzzled himself to no purpose, in wild speculations as to the friend who had thus dropped from the skies at his utmost need.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading He could think of no other relative nor friend rich enough, even if willing, to assist him in so serious a difficulty.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading THE DEBT OF HONOUR Daisy's astonishment, on receiving by post those documents that restored him to the world from his vegetation in Roscommon, was no less unbounded than his joy.

characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world

From this reading He had an uncle prosperous enough in worldly matters, but this uncle hated parting with his money, and was, moreover, abroad, whereas the welcome letter bore a London post-mark.