Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

having a strong desire for success or achievement

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

tried unsuccessfully

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

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

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

a conservative advocate of capitalism

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

a compact mass

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

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

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

plural of “cuff” — the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

freeing from false belief or illusions

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

put on clothes

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

marked by complexity and richness of detail

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

moving swiftly

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

wearing a gown

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

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

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

-ing form of “hitch” — to hook or entangle

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

plural of “invitation” — a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

Sauk leader who aided the United States against Black Hawk (1790-1848)

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

plural of “knot” — a tight cluster of people or things

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

spin, wind, or twist together

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

of very great significance

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

used to form the superlative

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

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

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

past form of “print” — put into print

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

go at a rack

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

by or with respect to society

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

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

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

plural of “tremor” — an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

the act of tying or binding things together

From this reading He was a dull clod indeed who could not feel the tremors in the air that momentous Saturday and by night there was not tying space at any hitching rack.

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

From this reading DISILLUSIONMENT It was the most ambitious affair that had been attempted in Prouty--this function at the Prouty House.

having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

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

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

during the time that

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

which person or people

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was whispered that Mrs. Abram Pantin, wife of the wealthy capitalist from Keokuk, now "settled in their midst," was to be seen in electric blue silk with real lace collar and cuffs; while Mrs. Sudds, wife of a near-governor, who had moved to Prouty from another part of the state, was to appear in her lansdowne wedding dress.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Mrs. Myron Neifkins, too, if report could be believed, was to be gowned in peach-blow satin worked in French knots.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading The printed invitations had made a deep impression; besides, wild rumors were flying about as to the elaborate costumes that were to be worn by the socially prominent.