Chapter XXX

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

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

on foot; walking

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

past form of “approach” — move towards

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

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

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

plural of “cat” — feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

a young person of either sex

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

past form of “free” — grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

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

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

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

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

made greater in size or amount or degree

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

make a logical or causal connection

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

plural of “main” — any very large body of (salt) water

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

a particular point in time

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

used to form the superlative

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

a form of address for a man

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

and nothing more

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

cause to run

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

plural of “river” — a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

plural of “rose” — any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

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

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

comparative of “tall” — great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

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

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

in or at that place or location

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

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

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

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

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading They showed it in many and curious ways.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

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

From this reading That there was some kind of definite external link, however, was equally true; for the cats, as well as certain other of the animals, most certainly were aware sometimes of her presence.

in or at the place that

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

which person or people

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.

in the company of; together with

From this reading And thus, as the region where he met and held communion with the freed child seemed to draw deeper and deeper into his interior being, the reality and value of the experience increased.

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

From this reading Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Donnez vos mains surnaturelles; Pour me conduire aux lendemains Donnez vos yeux, donnez vos mains, Vos mains comme deux roses frêles.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading But it was distinctly a shock to Paul to learn one day from his sister that queer stories were afoot concerning himself; that some of the simple country folk declared they had seen ‘Mr Rivers walking with a young lady that was jest like Miss Nixie, only taller,’ who disappeared, however, the moment the observer approached.