Chapter XX

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

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

(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 It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

only a very short time before

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

the trait of extreme cruelty

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

made for or formed by carving (“carven” is archaic or literary)

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

the overhead upper surface of a covered space

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

shelf that projects from wall above fireplace

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

not open or affording passage or access

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

language or humor that is down-to-earth

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

the sensation produced by low temperatures

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

not accessible to view

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

power to direct or determine

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

make right or correct

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

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From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

(behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

opinion or judgment

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

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

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a gay feeling

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

plural of “grape” — any of various juicy fruit of the genus Vitis with green or purple skins; grow in clusters

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

plural of “hanging” — decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

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

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

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

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

plural of “jewel” — a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

held up in the air

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

-ing form of “lurk” — lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

splendid or imposing in size or appearance

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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 He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

imposing in size or bulk or solidity

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

not any; not one

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

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

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

many times at short intervals

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

and nothing more

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

a gaudy outward display

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

having an owner; often used in combination

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a written agreement between two states or sovereigns

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

a human being

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

with low volume

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

cut with a saw

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

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

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

marked by ostentation but often tasteless

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

past form of “stamp” — walk heavily

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

past form of “stare” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

a gloomy ill-tempered feeling

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading THE PACT Delia heard the door closed behind her and lifted her eyes.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

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

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading His back was to the door, but Delia could see his face in the mirror; he was looking down, nor did he turn or move at her entrance.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading But now, as he looked down and she stared at his face in the mirror, she saw the expression of it; a heavy sullenness a fierce impatience barely under control.

in the nature of something though not readily apparent

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

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

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

a Caucasian

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was a beautiful room, all carving and gilt with heavy hangings of stamped leather and embroidered satin; the chimneypiece was of massive white marble, carved with fauns and grapes, above it a vast mirror reached to the ceiling; resting against the chimneypiece stood the Master of Stair.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.

but in spite of that

From this reading He was quietly dressed, yet there was ostentation about his person, that ostentation from which he was never entirely free; he wore many jewels; he was like his house, of a cold, splendid appearance, a showy somberness, the magnificence of gaiety with no heart behind it; and as his correct manner often had an underlying brutality in it, so his beauty owned a lurking coarseness that only the usual coldness of his demeanor concealed.