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 Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

in addition

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

fully understood or grasped

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

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

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

cattle that are reared for their meat

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

plural of “cake” — a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax)

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

put or send forth

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

being ten more than thirty

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

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

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

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

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

the force of workers available

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

a city in northeastern France in Lorraine

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

plural of “neighbour” — a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

relatively far from a center or middle

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

above and across; more than

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

plural of “redcoat” — British soldier; so-called because of his red coat (especially during the American Revolution)

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

plural of “sandwich” — two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

-ing form of “stay” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials)

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

plural of “ticket” — a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainment)

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

in the direction of

From this reading Towards the end of the meal several ladies came forward and sang, and one or two part-songs were also given by some of the guests staying at the Hall.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

exalted emotionally especially with pride

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading Mrs. John and two other neighbours were in charge of the tea and coffee, and Teddy and Nancy, with one or two other children, as a special favour, were allowed to help to wait on the guests.

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

From this reading Uplifted and Cast Down It was a bright, cheery gathering a few hours later.

any of several water-loving cresses

From this reading The tables were decorated with flowers; meat-pies, cold beef and ham sandwiches disappeared in a marvellous manner, and the cakes and bread-and-butter with watercress were equally appreciated.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

in or at the place that

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

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

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Mr. Upton had thrown his whole heart into the scheme, and had been round with his tickets to a few outlying inns, where more of the men were billeted, so that there were altogether over forty redcoats assembled.