Chapter VII

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

any thing at all

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

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From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

past form of “appropriate” — give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

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

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

confidently declared to be so

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

a young person of either sex

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

a digestible substance used to give color to food

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

in a self-satisfied manner

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

deem to be

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

feelings of ardent love

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

a person who is older than you are

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

any strong feeling

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

set up or found

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

a young female

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

United States physician who first described Huntington's chorea

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

a foolish and usually extravagant passion or love or admiration

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

a midday meal

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

plural of “miss” — a young female

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

a form of address for a man

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

come to pass

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

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From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

without much difficulty

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

given to or marked by sentiment or sentimentality

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

any of numerous elongate mostly marine carnivorous fishes with heterocercal caudal fins and tough skin covered with small toothlike scales

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

possessive form of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Cécile was apt to be somewhat careless in her observation of anything outside of her own interests.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

not in physical motion

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

of high or superior quality or performance

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

a man who is the lover of a man or woman

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

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

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

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

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

at the time that

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

an old word meaning “why” or “for that reason”

From this reading Wherefore, she complacently appropriated Mr. Applebo in her mind as her own enamoured swain.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading When Mr. Huntington Wood, at luncheon aboard the _Shark_, had asserted that the real explanation for the extraordinary devotion of the Pilot-fish was a sentimental emotion, inspired by one of the Misses Bell, Cécile found much matter for her maiden meditation.

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

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Not for one instant did it occur to this self-satisfied young lady that the cause of this infatuation might be one of her sisters.

used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father

From this reading Paula was not the sort of girl of whom one would think in this connection, and Hermione was still regarded by Cécile as a mere child, though, as a matter of fact, the younger sister's superior height and dark colouring might readily have caused the careless observer to consider her the elder.