Chapter XXXII · Chapter 32

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

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

(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 Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

in addition

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

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

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

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

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

third-person singular of “bate” — moderate or restrain; lessen the force of

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

plural of “change” — an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

a young person of either sex

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

unvarying in nature

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

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

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

(of time) having passed or slipped by

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

at any time

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

steadfast in affection or allegiance

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

in a swift manner

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

set up or found

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

a young female

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

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

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

plural of “hold” — the act of grasping

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

low or inferior in station or quality

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

very generous

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

plural of “mock” — the act of mocking or ridiculing

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

not any; not one

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

continue talking

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

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

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

of considerable importance, size, or worth

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

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

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

(of reputation) free from blemishes

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

unaccustomed or unusual

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

precisely as stated

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

in or at the place that

From this reading Time goes very fleetly where there is a real and substantial joy, a happiness that mocks all outward changes.

belonging to which person

From this reading It was thus in the humble home of Nannie Bates' mother, and also in the magnificent abode of the Minturn's, whose hearts were untarnished by the constant in-pouring of a lavish opulence.

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

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading She knows that Dora holds the dead Winnie's place in the warm heart, and that no word of bitterness or touch of anger can ever proceed from the faithful girl.

a late time of life

From this reading Four years had elapsed since Nannie found shelter under that pleasant roof, and little Dora had learned to cling to her with an unwonted affection.

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

From this reading Mrs. Minturn, too, had such a perfect confidence in the young nurse, and could trust the child to her care and love, as if she were a fond sister.