Chapter X

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

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

acquired as your own by free choice

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

plural of “alley” — a narrow street with walls on both sides

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

any person at all

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

being joined in close association

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

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

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

plural of “bush” — a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

past form of “chance” — be the case by chance

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

coldness due to a cold environment

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

past form of “conceive” — have the idea for

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

an entrance that can be closed by a gate

From this reading She went and stood in the gateway near the glen-side.

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From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading She went and stood in the gateway near the glen-side.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

prevent from being seen or discovered

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

the act of departing

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

engage in

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading She went and stood in the gateway near the glen-side.

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

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

not any; not one

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

a person who is of equal standing with another in a group

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

a human being

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

discretion in practical affairs

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

an area where a number of shrubs are planted

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

agitating a liquid with an implement

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading She went and stood in the gateway near the glen-side.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

in a swift manner

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

plural of “sword” — a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

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

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

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

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading And indeed the night was not chill, though a slight breeze was stirring the leaves in the garden as she entered it.

(of bolts or screws) having screw threads

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

not usual or common or ordinary

From this reading But to this she attached no importance, unusual as the fact was at that hour, for she had other matters to think of.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Leaving Prudence at the foot of the steps, Georgiana swiftly threaded the different alleys of shrubbery to make sure that no person chanced to be in the garden, a precaution she had adopted since the first meetings; but she did not peer under any of the bushes, or behind those that grew close to the wall, for she had not conceived that anybody might come into the garden to hide, or for other purpose than his own pleasure.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading She went and stood in the gateway near the glen-side.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

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

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading SWORDS AS she passed below the room in which her uncle and his friends were, she heard their voices, and observed that one of the windows was open.