Chapter VII

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

offering or expressing apology

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

plural of “bookcase” — a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

plural of “case” — an occurrence of something

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

a stopping

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

either side of the face below the eyes

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

plural of “deposit” — the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

plural of “diagram” — a drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

in deplorable condition

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

in a cheerless manner

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

increase twofold

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

generous in assistance to the poor

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

at any time

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

plural of “formation” — an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

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

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

an article of clothing

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

of or relating to or based on geology

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

(of animals) fully developed

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

not to be dispensed with; essential

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

unfavorable to life or growth

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

without compunction or human feeling

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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 No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

creative writing of recognized artistic value

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

for the most part

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

plural of “misfortune” — unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

not any; not one

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

on one occasion

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

plural of “overcoat” — a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

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

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

plural of “peg” — a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

an example regarded as typical of its class

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

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

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

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

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading The three looked more dilapidated than ever.

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

From this reading No overcoats hung on the accustomed pegs, for the cessation of the eleemosynary deposits had led, among other misfortunes, to the pawning of these once indispensable articles of attire.

of the highest quality

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

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

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face

From this reading Huckaby’s straggling whiskers had grown deeper into his cheek; Vandermeer’s face had become foxier, Billiter’s more pallid and puffy.

which person or people

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.

belonging to which person

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Quixtus received them in the museum, a long room mainly furnished with specimen cases whose glass tops formed a double inclined plane, diagrams of geological formations, and bookcases full of palæontological literature—a cold, inhuman, inhospitable place.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading The three wore, therefore, the dismally apologetic appearance of the man who had no wedding garment.