Chapter VI

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

Having no one else present.

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

plural of “byway” — a side road little traveled (as in the countryside)

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

deem to be

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

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

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

past form of “decline” — grow worse

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

let fall to the ground

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

to come or go into

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

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From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

United States film actress and daughter of Henry Fonda (born in 1937)

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

a fabric woven with lisle thread

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

engage in

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

attach a tag or label to

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a particular point in time

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a form of address for a man

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

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

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

small flat mass of chopped food

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

(of weather) wet by periods of rain

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

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

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

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

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

the act of using

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

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

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

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

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

in or at the place that

From this reading The charming old Estrada mansion could not be entirely seen from the high road; one must enter through a lofty gate before all the gray buildings came in sight, though they and the garden were visible from the side where one of the little narrow byways led off into the mountain.

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

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

during the time that

From this reading These two latter had urged Mr. Lisle to make their house his home while he remained, but he had declined, saying his movements were uncertain and he might at any moment be called to Santander.

which person or people

From this reading THE DAY OF SAN JUAN In a few days the little _fonda_ lost the guests who had set such a mark of distinction upon it that Matilda felt her house had risen to the highest repute.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading A rainy day had kept all within doors and had lent an opportunity for better acquaintance with Robert Lisle, an opportunity which was made use of, not alone by Patty, but by Doña Martina and her husband.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading He promised, however, to consider them as relatives upon whom he could drop in without ceremony.