Chapter XXX

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

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

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

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

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

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

use to one's advantage

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

the quality of being at hand when needed

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

without stop or interruption

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

developed or executed with care and in minute detail

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

a condition in which an orderly system has been disrupted

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

easily influenced

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

steadfast in affection or allegiance

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

a quick look

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

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

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

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

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

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From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

plural of “nature” — the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

third-person singular of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

without much difficulty

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

the provincial capital of Saskatchewan

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

plural of “render” — a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

plural of “report” — a written document describing the findings of some individual or group

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

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

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

a sudden outburst of anger

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

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

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

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

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says:

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

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading “However, she possesses an availability of her own, which is invaluable in its way.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading REPORTS CONTINUED—REGINA STRAIGHTBACK We have already obtained a glimpse of Regina Straightback, in character.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading “Regina Straightback is nearly as unbending in temper as in figure, which peculiarity renders her of somewhat less avail to us than such more ductile natures as her fast friend, Etherial Softdown, and her soul’s sister, Eusedora Polypheme.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Her tall Indian-like figure, with her picturesque and semi-manly costume, will not be readily forgotten.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading The faithful police of the ‘Committee of Disorganisation,’ in course of a detailed report concerning this woman, says: