11
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From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
adjutantnounUS /ˈædʒətənt/
an officer who acts as military assistant to a more senior officer
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
in addition
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
surrounded by; in the company of
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
Aurungpore
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From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
birthdaynounUS /ˈbɜːrθdeɪ/
an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it)
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
of short duration or distance
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
the people of Great Britain
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
celebratedadjectiveUS /ˈseləbreɪtɪd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
placed crosswise
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
the act of departing
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
dissatisfactionnounUS /ˌdɪsætɪˈsfækʃən/
the feeling of being displeased and discontent
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
entertainingadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnɪŋ/
agreeably diverting
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
Ethel's
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From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
flirtationsnounUS /flərˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “flirtation” — playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
past form of “fold” — bend or lay so that one part covers the other
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
frivolousadjectiveUS /ˈfrɪvələs/
not serious in content or attitude or behavior
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
in a grave and sober manner
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
having or involving the use of hands
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
harmlessadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrmləs/
not causing or capable of causing harm
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
interchangenounUS /ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒ/
a junction of highways on different levels that permits traffic to move from one to another without crossing traffic streams
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
of or relating to two people who are married to each other
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
past form of “laugh” — produce laughter
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
mess-room
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From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
missivenounUS /ˈmɪsɪv/
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
MondaynounUS /ˈmʌndi/
the second day of the week; the first working day
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
MunronounUS /mənˈroʊ/
British writer of short stories (1870-1916)
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
MutinynounUS /ˈmjuːtəni/
open rebellion against constituted authority (especially by seamen or soldiers against their officers)
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
occasionaladjectiveUS /əˈkeɪʒənəl/
occurring from time to time
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
on one occasion
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
orderlynounUS /ˈɔːrdərli/
a soldier who serves as an attendant to a superior officer
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
others
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From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
OutbreaknounUS /ˈaʊtbreɪk/
a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
paledverbUS /peɪld/
past form of “pale” — turn pale, as if in fear
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
pooh-poohed
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From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
prevailingadjectiveUS /prɪˈveɪlɪŋ/
most frequent or common
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
recoverynounUS /rɪˈkʌvri/
return to an original state
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
past form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
remaindernounUS /rɪˈmeɪndər/
something left after other parts have been taken away
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
residentsnounUS /ˈrezɪdənts/
plural of “resident” — someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
no longer active in your work or profession
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
rumoured
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From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
for a short time
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
in the near future
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
the utterance of intelligible speech
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading As he opened it and read he gave a start, and his face paled for one brief second, but soon resumed its ordinary aspect as he slowly folded the paper and placed it in his pocket.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
Ted'snounUS /tedz/
possessive form of “ted” — a tough youth of 1950's and 1960's wearing Edwardian style clothes
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
soldiers collectively
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
twenty-firstadjectiveUS /ˈtwentifɜːrst/
coming next after the twentieth in position
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
at the time that
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
in or at the place that
From this reading These two also took their departure before long, and one by one the remainder of the officers were spoken to and retired to their mess-room, where they were shortly joined by Colonel Woodburn.
which person or people
From this reading A few moments later he crossed over to Major Munro, who at once left the room after speaking to the adjutant and another officer.
Woodburn
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From this reading The Outbreak of the Mutiny On the night of Monday, May 11, some weeks after Ted's recovery, Ethel's twenty-first birthday was celebrated, Colonel Woodburn entertaining the officers and British residents of Aurungpore.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading The season was too warm for more than occasional dancing, and conversation was the order of the night--conversation serious and frivolous, harmless flirtations between the younger members, and solemn interchange of views concerning the rumoured dissatisfaction prevailing amongst the native troops, a subject pooh-poohed by some and laughed at by others, but gravely regarded by a few--when an orderly entered and handed a missive to the colonel.
