used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
aggravatingadjectiveUS /ˈæɡrəveɪtɪŋ/
making worse
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
angryadjectiveUS /ˈæŋɡri/
feeling or showing anger
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
adopted in order to deceive
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
dearly loved
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
dinner-table
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From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
increase twofold
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
Jillgall
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
of or relating to two people who are married to each other
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
penitencenoun
remorse for your past conduct
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
playfuladjectiveUS /ˈpleɪfəl/
full of fun and high spirits
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
retaliationnounUS /riˌtæliˈeɪʃən/
action taken in return for an injury or offense
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
imagine to be the case or true or probable
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I am inclined, on reflection, to suspect that she is quite clever enough to have discovered that I hate her--and that many of the aggravating things she says and does are assumed, out of retaliation, for the purpose of making me angry.
displeasing to the senses
From this reading That ugly face is a double face, or I am much mistaken.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Miss Jillgall joined us at the dinner-table, in a state of excitement, carrying a book in her hand.
in the company of; together with
From this reading To return to the dinner-table, Miss Jillgall addressed herself, with an air of playful penitence, to my father.
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
From this reading “Dear cousin, I hope I have not done wrong.
