Chapter VIII

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

be in accord; be in agreement

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

(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 Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

any thing at all

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

past form of “avail” — use to one's advantage

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

an occurrence of something

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

to certain extent or degree

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

encouraging or approving or pleasing

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

treated with dislike or contempt

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

past form of “honour” — bestow honor or rewards upon

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a form of address for a man

From this reading MR.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

something you have to do

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

living in a particular place

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

the sister of your spouse

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

plural of “sister-in-law” — the sister of your spouse

From this reading Lady Glendare and her hon. sister-in-law did not in all respects agree as sisters-in-law should.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading SOMERFORD’S SUGGESTION.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading SOMERFORD’S SUGGESTION.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading To state the case fairly, they hated each other.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

the activity of making visits

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

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

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

at the time that

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

which person or people

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Persons who knew anything about the Rosemont _ménage_—and the persons who did meant all resident within an area of twenty miles of that place, and a considerable number outside the area indicated—were aware that as a rule on those rare occasions when Lady Glendare honoured Ireland with her presence, the Hon. Mrs. Somerford “availed herself” of so favourable an opportunity for visiting her friends.