used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SAVED BY A YOUNG HERO.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
baitverbUS /beɪt/
harass with persistent criticism or carping
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
bellenounUS /bel/
a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
Belva
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From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading SAVED BY A YOUNG HERO.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
embroiderernounUS /emˈbrɔɪdərər/
someone who ornaments with needlework
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
Fair'snounUS /ferz/
possessive form of “fair” — a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
FieldingnounUS /ˈfiːldɪŋ/
(baseball) handling the ball while playing in the field
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
giddyadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪdi/
having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
a young female
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
hatrednounUS /ˈheɪtrəd/
the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading SAVED BY A YOUNG HERO.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
take in marriage
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
musedverbUS /mjuːzd/
past form of “muse” — reflect deeply on a subject
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
held or filled or in use
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
occurrencesnounUS /əˈkɜːrənsɪz/
plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
on one occasion
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
Platt
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
on the contrary
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
reignedverbUS /reɪnd/
past form of “reign” — have sovereign power
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
restoredverbUS /rɪˈstɔːrd/
past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
possessing material wealth
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin
From this reading SAVED BY A YOUNG HERO.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
splendornounUS /ˈsplen.dər/
Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur and brilliance.
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
supremeadjectiveUS /səˈpriːm/
final or last in your life or progress
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
express in words
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
temptingadjectiveUS /ˈtemptɪŋ/
highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
plural of “think” — an instance of deliberate thinking
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
trippedverbUS /trɪpt/
inflected form of “trip” — miss a step and fall or nearly fall
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead
From this reading All unconscious of the jealous hatred Belva Platt entertained toward her, Fair Fielding tripped along the crowded streets toward her humble home, her thoughts full of the occurrences of the day and of the tempting bait the embroiderer had held out.
visionsnounUS /ˈvɪʒənz/
plural of “vision” — a vivid mental image
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading “I shall tell mother, and see what she thinks of it.”
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading And the pretty, giddy head immediately became full of visions of wealth and splendor, in which, to do her justice, her mother reigned supreme, for the dream of Fair’s life was to see her mother restored to the position she had once occupied in society.
which person or people
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
actively engaged in paid work
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading “Can it be true that she knows a rich young man who would rather marry a working girl than a society belle?” she mused, in wonder.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading SAVED BY A YOUNG HERO.
