Chapter XIII

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

quick to understand

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

the time of person's life when they are a child

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

possessive form of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the specified day of the month

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

put on clothes

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

divisible by two

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

possessive form of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

in a gradual manner

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

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

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

possessive form of “herbert” — United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

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

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

plural of “interval” — a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

attraction for iron; associated with electric currents as well as magnets; characterized by fields of force

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

an incorrect conception

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the Arab prophet who, according to Islam, was the last messenger of Allah (570-632)

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

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

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

in an impolite manner

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

inflected form of “submit” — refer for judgment or consideration

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

be agreeable or acceptable to

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

a quantity of money

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

past form of “surrender” — give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

adjust to a specific need or market

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

something that is a source of danger

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

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

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading Thus Herbert at uncertain intervals, but he never carried out his threat.

not precisely limited, determined, or distinguished

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

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

From this reading His life was too full, and he had been accustomed from childhood to have the mountain come to Mohammed.

in a weak or feeble manner or to a minor degree

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

which person or people

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

having or expressing desire for something

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading I must look you up one day.”

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

From this reading And so, gradually, Matt, who had at first lived half apprehensive of an exposure, half wishful that Herbert should become rudely aware of his real position, surrendered himself to the magnetism of his cousin’s manner, and weakly tried to live up to that young gentleman’s misconception of him whenever they were together; even submitting to a morning suit and an evening dress from Herbert’s tailor for an undefined sum at an unmentioned date.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading THE PICTURE-MAKERS “Funny I’ve never been to see your place.