Chapter I

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

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

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

eagerly desirous

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

from appearances alone

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

of a dark shade of grey

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

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From this reading "NOT ELLIMAN."

to an extreme degree

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

a state of agitation or turbulent change or development

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

vague or not clearly defined or stated

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

and nothing more

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

a narrow way or road

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

become covered with mist

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "NOT ELLIMAN."

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

above and across; more than

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

coated with paint

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress)

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

in a manner arousing sympathy and compassion

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

by chance

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

born after a gestation period of less than the normal time

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

on the contrary

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

sexually exciting or gratifying

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator)

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

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

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

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

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

in a weary manner

From this reading Mrs. Verulam came into her drawing-room slowly and rather wearily.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading Possibly it was the weather that had painted the pallor on Mrs. Verulam's exceedingly pretty face.

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

From this reading It was a sultry afternoon in May—indeed, the papers were quite in a ferment about the exceptional heat-wave that was passing over London; and a premature old General, anxious apparently to be up to time, had just died of tropical apoplexy in Park Lane.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading Beneath her mist of yellow hair her dark-grey eyes looked out pathetically, with the sort of pathos that means nothing in particular—the grace of an indefinite sorrow.