Chapter XV

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

later than; following

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

(physics) the maximum displacement of a periodic wave

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

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From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

-ing form of “bewilder” — be a mystery or bewildering to

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

a commercial center and river port in western Germany on the Rhine River; flourished during the 15th century as a member of the Hanseatic League

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

to an extreme degree

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

plural of “exception” — a deliberate act of omission

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

a short vivid experience

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

past form of “flirt” — talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

set up or found

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

plural of “fur” — the dressed hairy coat of a mammal

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

plural of “hall” — an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

exceedingly bad

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

sing with closed lips

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

long past; beyond the limits of memory or tradition or recorded history

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

causing intoxication

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

the sound of laughing

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

a form of address for a man

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

any property detected by the olfactory system

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

in other respects or ways

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

plural of “pew” — long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

on the contrary

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

characterized by resonance

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

possessing material wealth

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

capital of the state of Virginia located in the east central part of the state; was capital of the Confederacy during the American Civil War

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

make a dry crackling sound

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

plural of “satin” — a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

the brightly colored garments of a jockey; emblematic of the stable

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

-ing form of “sow” — place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth

From this reading SOWING THE WIND.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

taking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

possessing sweep

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading SOWING THE WIND.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

a large gathering of people

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

up to a particular time

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

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

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

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

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

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

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

at the time that

From this reading A proud man was the Reverend Mr. Barebones the first Sunday after their arrival, when the bewildering throng flashed into the meeting-house, and, with a great rustle of silks and satins, and an intoxicating odor of _eau de Cologne_, filled the two large front pews that from time immemorial had belonged to Richmond House.

which person or people

From this reading Astonished and awed were the people of Burnfield by the glittering throng of city fashionables, who promenaded their streets and swept past them in the sweeping amplitude of flashing silks and rich velvets and furs.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading SOWING THE WIND.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Merry days those were in Richmond House, with the old halls resounding with music and laughter, and the hum of gay voices, from morning till night.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading As for our city friends themselves, the ladies pronounced the place "horrid stupid;" but as the young gentlemen, with one or two exceptions, found the country girls exceedingly willing to be flirted with, they rather liked it than otherwise.