Chapter XX

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

(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 Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

a desirable state

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

give encouragement to

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

a supplement to a will; a testamentary instrument intended to alter an already executed will

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

the act of examining resemblances

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

well in the past; former

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

past form of “deprecate” — express strong disapproval of; deplore

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

plural of “endowment” — natural abilities or qualities

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

a barrier that serves to enclose an area

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

characterized by or full of force or strength (often but not necessarily physical)

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

set up or found

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

in an affable manner

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

plural of “hardship” — a state of misfortune or affliction

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

with gusto and without reservation

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

a social unit living together

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

not to be dispensed with; essential

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

full of or characterized by joy

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

the act of departing

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

any animals kept for use or profit

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

machines or machine systems collectively

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

pertaining to or occurring in the morning

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

come together

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

made less severe or intense

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

not any; not one

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

plural of “oak” — the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

owed as a debt

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

have some of the qualities or attributes of something

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

past form of “participate” — share in something

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

the manner in which something is expressed in words

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

existing or coming before

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

most frequent or common

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

argue in protest or opposition

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

determined

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

possessing material wealth

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

in a serious manner

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

plural of “son” — a male human offspring

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

an unbroken period of time during which you do something

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

feeling or showing gratitude

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

precisely as stated

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

experienced at secondhand

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

plural of “vigil” — a period of sleeplessness

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

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

From this reading It was a joyous household the next morning, and Mr. Hartagous genially participated in the prevailing good cheer.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

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

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

at the time that

From this reading He did not meet her at the breakfast-table, for he was late, owing to the vigils of the preceding night, and when he presented himself to partake of the matutinal meal, he found that she had already departed, leaving him to the vicarious hospitality of Desmond, the jubilant Mr. Stanlett, and the three boys with their shining morning faces.

a tiny or scarcely detectable amount

From this reading Nevertheless, he resolved to remonstrate very seriously with her against the proposed marriage, and to stint himself no whit in forceful phraseology.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.

shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)

From this reading He had very heartily deprecated the hardships to be wrought by the execution of his duty, and was thankful indeed that they were mitigated to the extent of the benefactions of this codicil.

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

From this reading Great Oaks under water, with valuable machinery and livestock, miles of fencing and indispensable buildings, to replace, was no boon in comparison with Mrs. Faurie’s former rich endowments, but at all events it was not to fall to his lot to turn the widow out of her shelter for the behoof of her young sons.