Chapter III

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

speak to

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a person who enjoys taking risks

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

the event of one object coming closer to another

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

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

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

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

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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From this reading CECIL RECEIVES HIS CONGÉ.

surround so as to force to give up

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

difficult to analyze or understand

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

have the idea for

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

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From this reading CECIL RECEIVES HIS CONGÉ.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

exhibiting courtesy and politeness

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

give a description of

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

possessive form of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading The two were suddenly face to face!

a person who breeds and trains hawks and who follows the sport of falconry

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

inflected form of “forget” — dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

a newspaper or official journal

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a man of refinement

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

an artisan who makes jewelry and other objects out of gold

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading CECIL RECEIVES HIS CONGÉ.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

having no employment

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

angered at something unjust or wrong

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a room where books are kept

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

possessive form of “majesty” — impressiveness in scale or proportion

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

United States jazz musician who influenced the style of Louis Armstrong (1885-1938)

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

and nothing more

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

above and across; more than

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

plural of “pier” — a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

plural of “position” — the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

existing or coming before

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

-ing form of “presume” — take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

third-person singular of “receive” — get something; come into possession of

From this reading CECIL RECEIVES HIS CONGÉ.

new

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

determined

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

an educational institution

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

past form of “school” — educate in or as if in a school

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

plural of “sensation” — an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

term of address for a man

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

reading carefully with intent to remember

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading The two were suddenly face to face!

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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

From this reading The two were suddenly face to face!

(often followed by “of”) not aware

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

precisely as stated

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

someone who visits

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

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From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

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

From this reading The two were suddenly face to face!

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading But Sir Piers, a courteous soldier and gentleman of the old school, though smarting and indignant, was resolved, that whatever turn the conversation took, he neither forgot their relative positions of host and visitor, or as officers in her Majesty's service.

at the time that

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

in or at the place that

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading 'It is easier to conceive than describe,' says Oliver Goldsmith, 'the complicated sensations which are felt from the pain of a recent injury and the pleasure of approaching vengeance.'

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.

intense anger (usually on an epic scale)

From this reading Sir Piers' indignation with Cecil Falconer for presuming to address his ward in the language of love was very great, and he was in the act of 'nursing his wrath to keep it warm,' and studying how to circumvent one whom he deemed only a well-accredited adventurer, when next afternoon the latter, all unaware of _how_ the general had been schooled to view him, was ushered into the library, where the former was idling over the preceding evening's _War-Office Gazette_.