Chapter III

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

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

Having no one else present.

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

-ing form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

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

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

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

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

the formal act of approving

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

braying characteristic of donkeys

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

third-person singular of “dispose” — give, sell, or transfer to another

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

in an eminent manner

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

house for a farmer and family

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

having lost your job

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

the act of departing

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

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

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

lacking in or deprived of strength or power

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

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

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

plural of “incident” — a single distinct event

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

the early stage of growth or development

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

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From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

an ancient region on the coast of western Asia Minor; a powerful kingdom until conquered by the Persians in 546 BC

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

a brief written record

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

out of fashion

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

on one occasion

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

concerned with actual use or practice

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

only a very short time before

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

inflected form of “sleep” — be asleep

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

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

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.

showing lack of careful thought

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

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

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

neither expressive of nor exciting sexual love or romance

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

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

From this reading Not alone were they excited by the incidents of the evening, and the sudden illness of their father; but the possibilities arising out of Aunt Jane Hammond's suggestion fired the imagination of both Lyddy and 'Phemie.

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

From this reading These sisters were eminently practical girls, and they came of practical stock--as note the old-fashioned names which their unromantic parents had put upon them in their helpless infancy.

signal by winking

From this reading THE DOCTOR DISPOSES The Bray girls scarcely slept a wink that night.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet there is a dignity to "Lydia" and a beauty to "Euphemia" which the thoughtless may not at once appreciate.

vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment

From this reading Practical as they were, the thought of going to the old farmhouse to live--if their father could be moved to it at once--added a zest to their present situation which almost made their misfortune seem a blessing.