Chapter VI

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

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

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

rid of obstructions

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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 The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

showing effects of planning or manipulation

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

the last (12th) month of the year

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

belief about (or mental picture of) the future

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

(of glass) having a roughened coating resembling frost

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

the act of departing

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.

only a very short time before

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

past form of “hinder” — be a hindrance or obstacle to

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

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

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

engage in

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

plural of “pane” — sheet glass cut in shapes for windows or doors

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

possessive form of “stewart” — United States film actor who portrayed incorruptible but modest heros (1908-1997)

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.

move an implement through

From this reading She dressed in royal comfort, and in a delightful stir of expectation and hope.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity)

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

at the time that

From this reading When she was dressed she contrived to clear a loophole in her frosted window, and looked out.

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

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading The second of December rose keen and clear, like the first; but inside Matilda's room there was a state of pleasant summer temperature; she could hardly understand that it was cold enough outside to make the pretty frosting on her window panes which hindered the view.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The cold would not bite her as it used to do in Shadywalk, for they would be in a carriage.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading It was really New York; and she was going to Stewart's to-day.