Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

-ing form of “adjoin” — lie adjacent to another or share a boundary

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

patterned with alternating squares of color

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

baby bed with high sides made of slats

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

plural of “doll” — a small replica of a person; used as a toy

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a social unit living together

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

being the right size and shape to fit as desired

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

immediately past

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

befitting or characteristic of a fully mature woman

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

the leaf of a conifer

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

not any; not one

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

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

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

inflected form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

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

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

an edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

joining or attaching by stitches

From this reading Mrs. Payson sat sewing in her pleasant room at the hotel.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

very large in expanse or scope

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

having or showing or conforming to good taste

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading THE WAR-SONG.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

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

From this reading THE WAR-SONG.

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

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

during the time that

From this reading Her thoughts were far away from the checkered experiences of the frontier, for her husband--having received by the last mail a new book from an eastern friend--read while she plied her needle.

a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Baby was in his crib in the bed-room adjoining, and Fannie and Helen were whispering in a matronly way in the corner, as with the help of mother's scissors they fitted their dolls to new dresses.

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

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Had you looked in upon the group, you would not realize that they constituted a pioneer missionary's family; for the hotel building was tasteful and spacious, and if they lived and dressed plainly, and often felt the pinchings of poverty, their appearance betrayed no unhappiness.