used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
(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 The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
ante-room
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
awaitedadjectiveUS /əˈweɪtɪd/
expected hopefully
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
calmnessnounUS /ˈkɑːmnəs/
steadiness of mind under stress
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
a tight-fitting headdress
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
a seat for one person, with a support for the back
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
condescendingadjectiveUS /ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪŋ/
(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
Councillornoun
a member of a council
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
Councillor's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
decoratedadjectiveUS /ˈdekəreɪtɪd/
provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
deputationnoun
a group of representatives or delegates
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
put on clothes
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
escortnounUS /eˈskɔːrt/
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
set up or found
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
gailyadverbUS /ˈɡeɪli/
in a gay manner
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
an alert and refreshed state
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
guardsnounUS /ɡɑːrdz/
plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
HedgehognounUS /ˈhedʒhɑːɡ/
relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
Hedgehog-mother
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
a social unit living together
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
at the same time but in another place
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
Mole's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
Mole-father's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
Mole-mother
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
nervousnessnounUS /ˈnɜːrvəsnəs/
the anxious feeling you have when you have the jitters
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
pinenounUS /paɪn/
a coniferous tree
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
recliningnounUS /rɪˈklaɪnɪŋ/
the act of assuming or maintaining a reclining position
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
refreshmentnounUS /rəˈfreʃmənt/
snacks and drinks served as a light meal
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
smoothedadjectiveUS /smuːðd/
made smooth by ironing
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
plural of “son” — a male human offspring
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
not moving or operating freely
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
stovenounUS /stoʊv/
a kitchen appliance used for cooking food
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, however, appeared to be more condescending than could have been expected from his position.
tobacconounUS /təˈbækoʊ/
leaves of the tobacco plant dried and prepared for smoking or ingestion
From this reading He accepted some refreshment, and a pipe of the Mole-father's tobacco, and then reclining in the one easy chair, he awaited the course of events with calmness.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
accept gladly
From this reading The rooms in the Councillor's house had all been gaily decorated with pine branches; the stove sent out a pleasant glow; and the Hedgehog-mother, in her best cap and a stiff black silk dress, stood waiting to welcome her guests in the ante-room.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
at the time that
From this reading Here the Councillor found him some hours later, when the confusion in the Hedgehog household having been smoothed over--a deputation of the father and sons started to bring the distinguished guest home in triumph.
which person or people
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The Court Hedgehog, with an escort of six guards, had meanwhile arrived at the Mole's house, and was being entertained by the Mole-mother and her children, who were all in a state of great nervousness.
