Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

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

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

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

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

disposed or placed in a particular kind of order

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

cause to become awake or conscious

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

without shoes

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

the act of overcoming or outdoing

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

plural of “bottle” — a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “bouquet” — an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

a youthful male person

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

plural of “broom” — a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

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

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

(of hair or feathers) of a golden brown to reddish brown color

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement)

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

tending to consume or use often wastefully

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “covering” — a natural object that covers or envelops

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

a squeaking sound

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

in disarray; extremely disorderly

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

not still wet

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

remove the dust from

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

past form of “float” — be in motion due to some air or water current

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

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

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

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

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

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

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

in motion

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

and nothing more

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

plural of “platter” — a large shallow dish used for serving food

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

-ing form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

a building where people go to eat

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

plural of “row” — an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “rug” — floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “sandwich” — two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

a loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

in a softened tone

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

sweep across or over

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

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

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

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

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

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 The dust floated out in large clouds on the garden, settling on the red cloth coverings of the chairs and on the leaves of a few consumptive chestnut trees.

excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

plural of “waiter” — a person whose occupation is to serve at table (as in a restaurant)

From this reading The waiters and servants of the restaurant began to put things to order under the large veranda.

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

From this reading The little garden theater was beginning to awaken.

clean by virtue of having been washed in water

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

plural of “whisper” — speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords

From this reading One could hear the clatter of washed glasses, the beating of rugs, the moving of chairs and the subdued whispers of the buffet-tender who arranged with a certain unction her rows of bottles, platters containing sandwiches, and huge bouquets a la Makart, resembling dried brooms.

which person or people

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The curtain arose with a creaking sound and there appeared a barefooted and disheveled boy, clad only in a smock, who began to sweep the temple of art.