Chapter II

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

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

slightly open

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

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

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading Marie Louise rejoiced in the dull splendor of the hall.

increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

a feeling of intense anger

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

tastelessly showy

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

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From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

(of animals) fully developed

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

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

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Marie Louise rejoiced in the dull splendor of the hall.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

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

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

a native or inhabitant of Japan

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

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From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

having characteristics that attract love or affection

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

hide under a false appearance

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

a particular point in time

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

no longer in use

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

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

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

past form of “rejoice” — feel happiness or joy

From this reading Marie Louise rejoiced in the dull splendor of the hall.

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

possessing material wealth

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

and nothing more

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur and brilliance.

From this reading Marie Louise rejoiced in the dull splendor of the hall.

inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

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

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading IN LONDON THE CUP OF FURY Then the big door swung back as if of itself.

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

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

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

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

belonging to which person

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

a specific feeling of desire

From this reading The luxury of simply wishing the gate ajar gave her a fairy-book delight enhanced by the pleasant deference of the footman, whose face seemed to be hung on the door like a Japanese mask.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.

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

From this reading Marie Louise had felt that she would scream if she were kept a moment outside.

a late time of life

From this reading The obsolete gorgeousness of the London home had never been in good taste, but had grown as lovable with years as do the gaudy frumperies of a rich old relative.