Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

exceptionally bad or displeasing

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

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

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

plural of “circle” — ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

-ing form of “connect” — connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

causing distress or worry or anxiety

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

set up or found

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

a Scottish cap with straight sides and a crease along the top from front to back; worn by Highlanders as part of military dress

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

a state of high honor

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

evoking or deserving hatred

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

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

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

intense and profound fear

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

of great significance or value

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

a single distinct event

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

being deepest within the self

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

made of or resembling lace

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

the force of workers available

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

used to form the superlative

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

as follows

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

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

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

fraught with danger

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

pull or pull out sharply

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

delivered from danger

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

a public act of violence by an unruly mob

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

important in effect or meaning

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

unusual or striking

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

an ability that has been acquired by training

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

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

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

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

From this reading HE IS NOT OF MY KIND The story of the riot in which Ranald played so important a part filled the town and stirred society to its innermost circles--those circles, namely, in which the De Lacys lived and moved.

during the time that

From this reading The girls had the story from Harry's lips, and in his telling of it, Ranald's courage and skill certainly lost nothing; but to Maimie, while it was pleasant enough for her to hear of Ranald's prowess, and while she enjoyed the reflected glory that came to her as his friend, the whole incident became altogether hateful and distressing.

which person or people

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading She found herself suddenly famous in her social world; every one was talking of her, but to her horror, was connecting Ranald's name with her's in a most significant way.

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

From this reading It was too awful, and if her Aunt Frances should hear of it, the consequences would be quite too terrible for her to imagine.

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

From this reading The whole town began talking of the Glengarry men, and especially of their young leader who had, with such singular ability and pluck, rescued the Ottawas with Harry and Lieutenant De Lacy, from their perilous position.