Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

in addition

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

plural of “bush” — a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

an occurrence of something

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

the skilled practice of a practical occupation

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

run or move very quickly or hastily

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

plural of “fence” — a barrier that serves to enclose an area

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

your parents

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

shockingly repellent; inspiring horror

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

a major road for any form of motor transport

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

a field of cultivated and mowed grass

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

being the only one; single and isolated from others

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

plural of “maple” — wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

plural of “oak” — the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

the back of a military formation or procession

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

the act of putting something in working order again

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

an open automobile having a front seat and a rumble seat

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

get rid of

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

past form of “sprinkle” — distribute loosely

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

resistant to change of position or condition

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

in or at that place or location

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

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

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

bound or secured closely

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

very small

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

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

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

an event resulting in great loss and misfortune

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

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

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

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

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

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

From this reading The hedge in front was well kept and the side fences were also in good repair.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

at the time that

From this reading In the rear was a stable and also an automobile shed, for the late master of this estate had been fond of a dash in his runabout when time permitted.

in or at the place that

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

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

From this reading Down by the brook, back of the stable, was a tiny wharf, where a boat was tied up, a craft which Margaret Langmore had occasionally taken down to the river for a row.

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading The mansion now looked dark and lonesome, although many folks passed on the highway and whispered to each other that there was the spot where the gruesome tragedy had been committed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading MARGARET LANGMORE As Raymond Case had said, the Langmore mansion was a large one, setting in the midst of an extensive lawn, sprinkled here and there with maples and oaks and fine flowering bushes.