used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
admonishedverbUS /ədˈmɑːnɪʃt/
past form of “admonish” — advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
(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 Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
awaitedadjectiveUS /əˈweɪtɪd/
expected hopefully
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
comfortablyadverbUS /ˈkʌmfərtəbli/
in mental comfort; without stress
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
desolateadjectiveUS /ˈdesələt/
providing no shelter or sustenance
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
discussionnounUS /dɪˈskʌʃən/
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
remove the dust from
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
forbiddingadjectiveUS /fərˈbɪdɪŋ/
harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
and nothing more
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
Lora
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
loungeverbUS /laʊndʒ/
sit or recline comfortably
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
LuncheonnounUS /ˈlʌntʃən/
a midday meal
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
not any; not one
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
past form of “obey” — be obedient to
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
and nothing more
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
pleasantlyadverbUS /ˈplezəntli/
in a cheerful manner
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
ReedsnounUS /riːdz/
plural of “reed” — tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
reproachfuladjective
expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
sanctuarynounUS /ˈsæŋk.tʃu.er.i/
A place of safety, refuge, or holy retreat within the academy.
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
shadedadjectiveUS /ˈʃeɪdɪd/
protected from heat and light with shade or shadow
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
sinisteradjectiveUS /ˈsɪnɪstər/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
smilesnounUS /smaɪlz/
plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
strenuousadjectiveUS /ˈstrenjuːəs/
characterized by or performed with much energy or force
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
tabooadjectiveUS /tæˈbuː/
excluded from use or mention
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
in or at that place or location
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
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 Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading At the table, though the subject of the tragedy was not entirely taboo, there was no real discussion, until we were, later, seated in the lounge, comfortably smoking and resting from our strenuous morning.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
VariableadjectiveUS /ˈveriəbəl/
liable to or capable of change
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
wavingnounUS /ˈweɪvɪŋ/
the act of signaling by a movement of the hand
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “Dust up a bit and then come along,” admonished Lora, and we obeyed.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
WhistlingnounUS /ˈwɪslɪŋ/
the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
which person or people
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
wind-swept
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
plural of “wind” — air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading If Whistling Reeds had seemed desolate and sinister, Variable Winds was just the opposite.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Clean, wind-swept, cheerful with flowers and only pleasantly shaded by the waving trees, the place was like sanctuary after the forbidding aspect of the island home.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading Luncheon was ready and the two women who awaited our coming were not at all reproachful, but welcomed us with smiles.
