Chapter IX

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

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

to come to rest, settle

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

in ceremonial attire and paraphernalia

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

the verbal act of requesting

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

-ing form of “bay” — utter in deep prolonged tones

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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 He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

carefully weighed

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

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

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

a room used for dining

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

plural of “entertainer” — a person who tries to please or amuse

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

of or relating to or composed of knights

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

the act of departing

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

plural of “hall” — an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

excessively quick

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

plural of “hound” — any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

cause to arise

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

and nothing more

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

a particular point in time

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

have and control fully and exclusively

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

a form of address for a man

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

meat from a mature domestic sheep

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

not any; not one

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

the characteristic of doing things without delay

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

the back of a military formation or procession

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

past form of “rouse” — become active

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

only a very short time before

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

a removable board fitted on the side of a wagon to increase its capacity

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

a light informal meal

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

in the near future

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

having a supporting base

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

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

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

informal terms for clothing

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

having come into contact

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

the state of being urgent; an earnest and insistent necessity

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

with great urgency

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

a state of depression

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

precisely as stated

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

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

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

at the time that

From this reading It seemed indeed to Desmond that his head had scarcely touched the pillow when he was roused by the baying of hounds from the stable-yard at the rear of the house.

in or at the place that

From this reading Desmond arrayed himself in his equestrian togs, which he considered the most appropriate gear at his command, and finding the halls alight and following the sound of voices, he soon made his way to the dining-room, where a hasty breakfast was going forward.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading He was half dressed when the screech of the speaking-tube summoned him within the sound of Colonel Kentopp’s voice, urgently asking if he were awake, then with equal urgency if he were risen,—which demonstrated that Colonel Kentopp’s brain was not very completely cleared of the vapors of slumber.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading “Just a snack,” Colonel Kentopp was saying to the gentlemen seated at the table, or standing at the sideboard helping themselves to cold mutton or ham as they would.

in a zealous manner

From this reading He was on his feet in a moment, for Mr. Herndon did not monopolize the virtue of promptness at Dryad-Dene, and Desmond was zealously heedful that his distaste to the occasion and his entertainers should induce no breach of observance on his part.