used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
advertisementsnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzmənts/
plural of “advertisement” — a public promotion of some product or service
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
assented
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From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
big-lettered
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From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
brother'snounUS /ˈbrʌðərz/
possessive form of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
without stop or interruption
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
ContritionnounUS /kənˈtrɪʃən/
sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
cordiallyadverbUS /ˈkɔːrdʒəli/
in a hearty manner
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
dissipationnounUS /ˌdɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
breaking up and scattering by dispersion
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
Guly
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From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
noontime
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From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/
advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
plungeverbUS /plʌndʒ/
thrust or throw into
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
like better; value more highly
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
past form of “push” — move with force
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
RestaurantnounUS /ˈrestərɑːnt/
a building where people go to eat
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
the state of being asleep
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
thoughtfullyadverbUS /ˈθɔːtfəli/
in a thoughtful manner
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The bar was drawn back; and, fully dressed, Arthur lay upon the humble bed.
precisely as stated
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
WilkinsnounUS /ˈwɪlkɪnz/
United States civil rights leader (1901-1981)
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
windingadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/
marked by repeated turns and bends
From this reading Wilkins very cordially assented, and Guly mounted the winding stairs slowly and thoughtfully, pushed open the old door at the head of the staircase, which was covered with the big-lettered advertisements, and stood before his sleeping brother.
in the company of; together with
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading _Contrition._ At noontime Guly told Wilkins that if he would bring him a trifle of fruit from the Restaurant, or something of that kind, he would spend the time allowed him for dinner with his brother, and would much prefer it.
shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
From this reading Guly was startled at the change in his brother's features, which one night of excitement had wrought.
a late time of life
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
youthfuladjectiveUS /ˈjuːθfəl/
suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
From this reading Perhaps the first plunge into dissipation leaves a deeper impression on youthful beauty, than the continued practice begun in older years.
