Chapter XII

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

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless sterile females are the workers

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

make (offspring) by reproduction

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it)

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

the two together, not just one

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading It was a charming night.

the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

express approval of

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

make or cause to be or to become

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

greatly pleased

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

-ing form of “digest” — convert food into absorbable substances

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

plural of “disposition” — your usual mood

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous

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half the width of an em

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading GEORGE S. PHILLIPS (January Searle).

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a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

plural of “girl” — a young female

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having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a charming night.

the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice

From this reading GEORGE S. PHILLIPS (January Searle).

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It was a charming night.

a native or inhabitant of Norway

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading GEORGE S. PHILLIPS (January Searle).

domestic swine

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

plural of “rib” — support resembling the rib of an animal

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading GEORGE S. PHILLIPS (January Searle).

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

From this reading GEORGE S. PHILLIPS (January Searle).

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

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

From this reading “Commend me to gipsy life and hard living.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

conducive to or feeling mental discomfort

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

precisely as stated

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”

someone who visits

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

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

From this reading It was a charming night.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading THE DONTIND--ORMEIN--MOUNTAIN ROAD--OUR BIVOUAC--DELIGHTED VISITOR--THE WATER ELF--EXCITED GIPSIES--TAGE EN STOL--NORWEGIAN GIRLS--SUNDAY ON THE RAUMA--CARRIOLE TRAVELLING--COMING TO GRIEF--“SPILLE” A LITTLE--ESMERALDA’S BIRTHDAY--THE NORWEGIAN CLIMATE--THE SJIRIAGLNS--UNCOMFORTABLE BED--THE LARGE ANT.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Robust exercise, out-door life, and pleasant companions are sure to beget good dispositions, both of mind and body, and would create a stomach under the very ribs of death, capable of digesting a bar of pig iron.”