used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
accommodationnounUS /əˌkɑːməˈdeɪʃən/
making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
apartmentsnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənts/
plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
behaviornounUS /bɪˈheɪvjər/
manner of acting or controlling yourself
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
belongingnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
happiness felt in a secure relationship
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
BlackmailverbUS /ˈblækmeɪl/
exert pressure on someone through threats
From this reading Blackmail, I hear you exclaim!
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
commodiousadjectiveUS /kəˈmoʊdiəs/
large and roomy (“convenient” is archaic in this sense)
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
construeverbUS /kənˈstruː/
make sense of; assign a meaning to
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
DAMARnoun
any of various hard resins from trees of the family Dipterocarpaceae and of the genus Agathis; especially the amboyna pine
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
DR
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From this reading STATEMENT OF DR.
establishmentnounUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of forming or establishing something
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
exclaimverbUS /ɪkˈskleɪm/
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading Blackmail, I hear you exclaim!
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
set up or found
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
Friar's
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From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
to an extraordinary extent or degree
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
GREEFE
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From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading Blackmail, I hear you exclaim!
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
inmatenounUS /ˈɪnmeɪt/
one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital)
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
installedverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɔːld/
inflected form of “instal” — set up for use
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
immediately past
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
a room where books are kept
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
in like or similar manner
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
Nahémah
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From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
not any; not one
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading STATEMENT OF DR.
a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
precariousadjectiveUS /priˈkeriəs/
affording no ease or reassurance
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
precautionnounUS /priˈkɔːʃən/
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
pricelessadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪsləs/
having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
provingverbUS /ˈpruːvɪŋ/
-ing form of “prove” — be shown or be found to be
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
recognizingverbUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “recognize” — accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
rentalnounUS /ˈrentəl/
property that is leased or rented out or let
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
resourcesnounUS /ˈriːsɔːrsɪz/
plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
retainingverbUS /rɪˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “retain” — hold back within
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
a particular branch of scientific knowledge
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
specimensnounUS /ˈspesəmənz/
plural of “specimen” — an example regarded as typical of its class
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading STATEMENT OF DR.
suburbanadjectiveUS /səˈbɜːrbən/
relating to or characteristic of or situated in suburbs
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
taxverbUS /tæks/
levy a tax on
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
tenurenounUS /ˈtenjər/
the term during which some position is held
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading DAMAR GREEFE (CONCLUDED) A month later I found myself installed at the Bell House, a property belonging to the Friar's Park estate, and in the commodious apartments of this establishment I had ample room for the accommodation of my library and my priceless specimens.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
villanounUS /ˈvɪlə/
Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Nahémah was likewise an inmate of the Bell House; but recognizing the precarious nature of my tenure, I had taken the precaution of retaining the suburban villa to which I have already referred; its modest rental proving no tax upon my greatly increased resources.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading And, so, if you wish, you may construe my behavior, since I reply--"Science first, science last!"
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Blackmail, I hear you exclaim!
