Chapter VI

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

later than; following

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

slightly open

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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From this reading FRANCOIS AND AMANDINE.

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

From this reading FRANCOIS AND AMANDINE.

plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

plural of “beam” — a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

plural of “bench” — a long seat for more than one person

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

(used in the plural) the stage of a theater

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

possessive form of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

past form of “communicate” — transmit information

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

disabled in the feet or legs

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

past form of “dismember” — separate the limbs from the body

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

inflected form of “eat” — take in solid food

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading FRANCOIS AND AMANDINE.

past form of “frequent” — do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

avoiding waste

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

a small island

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

a room equipped for preparing meals

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

light in a transparent protective case

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

the act of departing

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

above and across; more than

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

a collection of objects laid on top of each other

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

apply a heavy coat to

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

get rid of

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

inflected form of “sleep” — be asleep

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

a simple seat without a back or arms

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

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

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity

From this reading Placed on a crippled stool, the lantern shed its dull beams through the transparent horn.

characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

plural of “visitor” — someone who visits

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

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

From this reading Walls of plaster, with here and there brown deal boards, a flock-bed for Francois, a little old child's bed, much too short, for Amandine, a pile of broken chairs and dismembered benches, mementoes of the turbulent visitors to the cabaret of the Isle du Ravageur,--such was the interior of this dog-hole.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

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

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

which person or people

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading After having eaten their frugal supper, instead of putting out their lantern, as the widow had ordered them, the two children watched, leaving their door ajar, for their brother Martial's passing on his way to his own chamber.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Francois and Amandine slept in a room immediately over the kitchen, and at the end of a passage which communicated with several other apartments that were used as "company rooms" for the guests who frequented the cabaret.