used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
anew
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
audibleadjectiveUS /ˈɑːdəbəl/
heard or perceptible by the ear
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
of short duration or distance
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
chuckledverbUS /ˈtʃʌkəld/
past form of “chuckle” — laugh quietly or with restraint
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
EBONYnounUS /ˈebəni/
a very dark black
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
ejaculations
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
furiousadjectiveUS /ˈfjʊriəs/
marked by extreme and violent energy
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
gleenounUS /ɡliː/
great merriment
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
gratificationnounUS /ˌɡrætəfəˈkeɪʃən/
state of being gratified or satisfied
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
hoarseadjectiveUS /hɔːrs/
deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
hubbubnounUS /ˈhʌbəb/
loud confused noise from many sources
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
incarnationnounUS /ˌɪnˈkɑːrˈneɪʃən/
a new personification of a familiar idea
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
intervalsnounUS /ˈɪntərvəlz/
plural of “interval” — a definite length of time marked off by two instants
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
a native or inhabitant of Italy
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
keyholenounUS /ˈkiːhoʊl/
the hole where a key is inserted
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
without good reason
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
for more time
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
the location of something surrounded by other things
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
not any; not one
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
pacedverbUS /peɪst/
past form of “pace” — walk with slow or fast paces
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
paroxysmnoun
a sudden uncontrollable attack
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
Richard'snounUS /ˈrɪtʃərdz/
possessive form of “richards” — English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
rubbedverbUS /rʌbd/
inflected form of “rub” — move over something with pressure
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
(American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
term of address for a man
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
soliloquynounUS /səˈlɪləkwi/
speech you make to yourself
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
steadnounUS /sted/
the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
put, fix, force, or implant
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
stormyadjectiveUS /ˈstɔːrmi/
(especially of weather) affected or characterized by storms or commotion
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
move fast, noisily, and heavily
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
THUNDER-STORM
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
treadverbUS /tred/
put down or press the foot, place the foot
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
trippedverbUS /trɪpt/
inflected form of “trip” — miss a step and fall or nearly fall
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
UNSEENadjectiveUS /ənˈsiːn/
not seen or perceived
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
uproarnounUS /ˈʌprɔːr/
a state of commotion and noise and confusion
From this reading At length the uproar in Sir Richard's room died away.
ventingnounUS /ˈventɪŋ/
the act of venting
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
precisely as stated
From this reading In the midst of this hubbub the Italian rubbed his hands, tripped lightly up and down his room, placed his ear at the keyhole, and chuckled and rubbed his hands again in a paroxysm of glee--now and again venting his gratification in brief ejaculations of intense delight--the very incarnation of the spirit of mischief.
VISITANTnoun
someone who visits
From this reading THE THUNDER-STORM--THE EBONY STICK--THE UNSEEN VISITANT--TERROR.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
volleying
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The hoarse voice in furious soliloquy, and the rapid tread as he paced the floor, were no longer audible.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
yellingnounUS /ˈjelɪŋ/
uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement
From this reading In their stead was heard alone the stormy wind rushing and yelling through the old trees, and at intervals the deep volleying thunder.
