Chapter XII

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

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

a strong flame that burns brightly

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

plural of “breast” — the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

a quality that outshines the usual

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

elegant and stylish

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “cross” — a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

past form of “decline” — grow worse

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

all of the offspring of a given progenitor

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “dress” — a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

at any time

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

defying expression or description

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “jewel” — a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

apprehended with certainty

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

the common people generally

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

the force of workers available

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

not any; not one

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “notable” — a celebrity who is an inspiration to others

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

a large and stately mansion

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

any competition

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “salon” — gallery where works of art can be displayed

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

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

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur and brilliance.

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

ostentatiously rich and superior in quality

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

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

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

plural of “uniform” — clothing of distinctive design worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading The sumptuous decorations, the masses of flowers, the resplendent uniforms, the glittering crosses and orders upon the breasts of many of the men, the Court dresses, the blaze of jewels--composed a scene of the utmost brilliancy and splendor.

past form of “view” — deem to be

From this reading American women have ever been famed for their grace, their ineffable _chic_ and their beauty, and certainly the race, as viewed from this ball-room floor, seemed by no means to have declined.

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

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

in the company of; together with

From this reading The scene was the great Court ball, held in the magnificent _salons_ of the Summer Palace, ablaze with light and beauty.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading And the women!

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading THE GREAT COURT BALL “I will point out some of the notables,” said General Mainwarren to the Professor and Kearns; “they will no doubt interest you, especially such as are descendants of those known to you in your time.”