Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

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

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

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

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

any thing at all

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

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

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

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From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

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

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

confined by bonds

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

-ing form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

one or the other of two

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

the organ of sight

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

opinion or judgment

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

a young female

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

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

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

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

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

a message received and understood

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

and nothing more

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

for more time

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

take in marriage

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

the middle of the day

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

not any; not one

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

on one occasion

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

a separate part of a whole

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

precisely, exactly

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

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

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

(of winds) coming from the land

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

not in physical motion

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

undergo or be subjected to

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

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

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

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

From this reading Bastianello sat still in his boat, but he no longer looked to seaward, facing the breeze.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

precisely as stated

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

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

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

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

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

which person or people

From this reading He kept an eye on the pier, looking out for his brother, who had not appeared since the midday meal.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Bastianello, too, was keen enough to see that anything which gave him an opportunity of discussing the girl with his brother might be of advantage, in that it might bring Ruggiero to the open expression of a settled purpose--either to marry the girl or not.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading And if he once gave his word that he would not, Bastianello would be no longer bound to suffer in silence as he had suffered so many weeks.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.

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

From this reading The piece of information he had just received was worth communicating, for it raised Teresina very much in the eyes of Bastianello, and he did not doubt that it would influence Ruggiero in the right direction.