Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

(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 Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

call upon in supplication; entreat

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

plural of “bride” — a woman who has recently been married

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

greatly pleased

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

plural of “dress” — a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

jewelry to ornament the ear; usually clipped to the earlobe or fastened through a hole in the lobe

From this reading THE EARRING.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

the act of giving

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

plural of “gypsy” — a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

clothing for the head

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

plural of “inn” — a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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 I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

full of life and energy

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

accept an excuse for

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

having patronage or clients

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

past form of “plait” — make by braiding or interlacing

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

a strong liking

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

plural of “ribbon” — any long object resembling a thin line

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

a native or inhabitant of Slovakia

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading From the inn opposite Schramek's house lively sounds proceeded.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

carry out

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

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

From this reading THE EARRING.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

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

From this reading I beg pardon, I ought to call it "hotel," at least, that is the name the inhabitants of Babaszek delighted in giving it, and the more aristocratic of them always patronized it in preference to the other inns.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

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

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

a Caucasian

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading The gypsies from Pelsoec were there, and the sound of their lively music could be heard far and wide through the open windows.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.

used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father

From this reading Handsome Slovak brides in their picturesque dresses, with their pretty white headgear, and younger girls with red ribbons plaited into their hair, all run in to join the dance, and if the room is too full, late-comers take up their position in the street and dance there.