Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

having companions or an escort

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

later than; following

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

-ing form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

say something to someone that expresses praise

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

a young female

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

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

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

a servant who is employed to perform domestic task in a household

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

easily impressed or influenced

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

a high ranking police officer

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

the trait of being manly; having the characteristics of an adult male

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

killed unlawfully

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

information about recent and important events

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

more desirable than another

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

activities associated with sexual intercourse

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

having a determined will

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

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

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

up to a particular time

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

precisely as stated

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

wanting in physical strength

From this reading He preferred the weak and clinging type of the sex as more of a compliment to his own sturdy manliness.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

at the time that

From this reading There was unpleasant news for Inspector Chippenfield when Miss Fewbanks arrived at Riversbrook accompanied by the housekeeper, Mrs. Hewson.

in or at the place that

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

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

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

belonging to which person

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

a movable organ for flying (one of a pair)

From this reading Although they had taken up their quarters in the opposite wing of the rambling mansion to that in which the dead body lay, it seemed to Inspector Chippenfield--whose mind was very impressionable where the fair sex was concerned--that Miss Fewbanks must be a very peculiar girl to contemplate staying in the same house with the body of her murdered father for nearly a week.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In the first place, he learnt with considerable astonishment that it was Miss Fewbanks's intention to stay at the house until after the funeral, and for that purpose she had brought the housekeeper to keep her company in the lonely old place.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading He was convinced that she must be a strong-minded young woman, and he did not like strong-minded young women.