Chapter IV

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

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

Having no one else present.

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a feeling of craving something

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

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From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

fearless and daring

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

the act of examining resemblances

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

moving toward the east

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

at any time

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

the property of being wild or turbulent

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a person employed to take care of game and wildlife

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

of or relating to gastronomy

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

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

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

plural of “knave” — a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

young sheep

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

immediately following in time or order

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

action taken in return for an injury or offense

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

cook with dry heat, usually in an oven

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

a particular instance of selling

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

express in words

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

term of address for a man

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

young nobleman attendant on a knight

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

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

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

-ing form of “sympathize” — share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

a sudden outburst of anger

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

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

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

the one or ones belonging to them

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

in or at that place or location

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

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From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

a hole for the escape of gas or air

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

excessive desire to eat

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading KNAVES SQUIRE THORNBY, in the next room, had finished his dinner before the Foxwell party had well begun theirs.

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

From this reading But, indeed, a good appetite had something to do with his gastronomic energy, for he had ridden that morning from his own house through this town to an estate some miles eastward, to look at some hounds that were to be offered for sale, and it was on his return that he had stopped at the inn.

which person or people

From this reading During his meal he sometimes gave his feelings vent in speech to the sympathizing Bartholomew, who remained for part of the time in attendance.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In the state of his temper he had attacked the roast lamb with a fierceness that made his usual voracity seem delicate in comparison.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “If I ever catch that there gamekeeper of his alone without a gun,” said Bartholomew, “you shall have your revenge on that score, sir,—if I may be so bold as to say as much.”