Chapter VII

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

matters of personal concern

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

(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 She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

the event of one object coming closer to another

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

make calm or still

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

say something to someone that expresses praise

From this reading It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

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From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

having the place or position changed

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

a social unit living together

From this reading It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

plural of “festivity” — any joyous diversion

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

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

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

a university degree with honors

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

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

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

a social unit living together

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

of the present time and place

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

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

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

plural of “neighbour” — a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

possessive form of “nephew” — a son of your brother or sister

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

information about recent and important events

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

not any; not one

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

-ing form of “place” — put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

past form of “reckon” — expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

precisely, exactly

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

express in words

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

a small room (in large old British houses) next to the kitchen; where kitchen utensils are cleaned and kept and other rough household jobs are done

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

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

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

a special situation

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

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

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

having come into contact

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

being in such a position that top and bottom are reversed

From this reading But it is not too much to say that from the scullery to the drawing-room her house was turned upside-down by this great event.

precisely as stated

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

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

From this reading There was, of course, no question as to the immediate acceptance by the old lady of her nephew's invitation to her to do the honours of his house.

(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 It was a compliment to the family, to the old neighbours, as well as to herself.

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

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

at the time that

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

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

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides)

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.

in the company of; together with

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading She was very much touched and pleased--with that satisfaction, above all, which is so sweet to a woman--of feeling that John was doing absolutely "the right thing" in placing her, his old aunt, at the head of affairs.

a late time of life

From this reading When the news of the approaching festivities at Dalrulzian were known in Dunearn, Miss Barbara Erskine and her household were flung into a whirlpool of excitement such as had not disturbed their calm for more years than could be reckoned.