Chapter VI

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

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

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

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

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

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

next to; at the side of

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

either side of the face below the eyes

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

plural of “cloister” — residence that is a place of religious seclusion (such as a monastery)

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

entrusted with private information and the confidence of another

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

determine the essential quality of

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

your usual mood

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

superlative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

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

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

a journey taken for pleasure

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

plural of “eyelash” — any of the short curved hairs that grow from the edges of the eyelids

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

characteristic of or befitting a friend

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

Irish mathematician (1806-1865)

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

make sense of; assign a meaning to

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

the act of departing

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

a white clayey mineral

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

abnormally large

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

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

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

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

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

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

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

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

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading AN EXCURSION AND RETURN TO THE SECULARISED CLOISTERS.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

with unflagging resolve

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

precisely as stated

From this reading About the corners of her mouth played an expression which it was impossible to define; but it seemed that Zedwitz was able to interpret it to his own advantage, for he seated himself beside her, and began a conversation in the very easiest manner possible.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

(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 MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

which person or people

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

belonging to which person

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Major Stultz was fully occupied with a monstrous edition of a meerschaum pipe, and Hamilton turned to Madame Rosenberg, who showed every disposition to be friendly and confidential.

past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something

From this reading MADAME ROSENBERG “wondered” unceasingly, the next morning, why Crescenz was not well enough to appear at breakfast.

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

From this reading Zedwitz looked at Hamilton, and Hamilton looked at Zedwitz, and then they both looked at Hildegarde, whose eyes were fixed on the ground, leaving nothing but the long eyelashes, which rested on her cheek, visible.