used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
(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 This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
assembleverbUS /əˈsembəl/
create by putting components or members together
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
chapelnounUS /ˈtʃæpəl/
a place of worship that has its own altar
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
churchesnounUS /ˈtʃɜːrtʃɪz/
plural of “church” — one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
being joined in close association
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
consecratedadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnsəkreɪtɪd/
solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
containverbUS /kənˈteɪn/
include or contain; have as a component
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
conveniencenounUS /kənˈviːnjəns/
the state of being suitable or opportune
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
conventnounUS /ˈkɑːnvənt/
a religious residence especially for nuns
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
decoratedadjectiveUS /ˈdekəreɪtɪd/
provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
dedicatedadjectiveUS /ˈdedəkeɪtəd/
devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
edificenounUS /ˈedəfəs/
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
esteemedadjectiveUS /ɪˈstiːmd/
having an illustrious reputation; respected
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
at any time
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
unflinching in battle or action
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Home.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
inducedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈduːst/
brought about or caused; not spontaneous
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
judgment-hall
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From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
master-altar
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From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
modestynounUS /ˈmɑːdəsti/
freedom from vanity or conceit
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
monksnounUS /mʌŋks/
plural of “monk” — a male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
as might be expected
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
others
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From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
persuasionnounUS /pərˈsweɪʒən/
the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
PurposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
rehearsedverbUS /riˈhɜːrst/
past form of “rehearse” — engage in a rehearsal
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
Romishadjective
of or relating to or supporting Romanism
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
saintsnounUS /seɪnts/
plural of “saint” — a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
express in words
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
selectadjectiveUS /səˈlekt/
of superior grade
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
smalleradjectiveUS /ˈsmɔːlər/
small or little relative to something else
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
superstitionsnounUS /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃənz/
plural of “superstition” — an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading It was decorated in the manner that is usual to churches of the Romish persuasion, having its master-altar, and two of smaller size that were dedicated to esteemed saints.
plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
Wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Purposes of convenience, as well as others that were naturally connected with the religious opinions, not to say the superstitions, of most of the prisoners, had induced the monks to select the chapel of the convent for the judgment-hall.
which person or people
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Was ever tale With such a gallant modesty rehearsed?
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading This consecrated part of the edifice was of sufficient size to contain all who were accustomed to assemble within its walls.
