used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
aux
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From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
bitternessnounUS /ˈbɪtərnəs/
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
causesnounUS /ˈkɑːzəz/
plural of “cause” — events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
confinementnounUS /kənˈfaɪnmənt/
concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
criminalsnounUS /ˈkrɪmənəlz/
plural of “criminal” — someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
DENnounUS /den/
the habitation of wild animals
From this reading THE LIONS' DEN.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
make full, also in a metaphorical sense
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
FossenounUS /fɑːs/
ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
gaols
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From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
intense and profound fear
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
the quality of being humane
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
LIONSnounUS /ˈlaɪənz/
plural of “lion” — large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading THE LIONS' DEN.
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
and nothing more
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
win a victory over
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
repulsiveadjectiveUS /riˈpʌlsɪv/
offensive to the mind
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
salubritynoun
the quality of being salubrious and invigorating
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
shudderverbUS /ˈʃʌdər/
shake, as from cold
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE LIONS' DEN.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It is only after some reflection that this is overcome, and feelings of pity mixed with bitterness overcome us.
precisely as stated
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
which person or people
From this reading At the sight of the criminals who fill the gaols, we are at first seized with a shudder of fear and horror.
in the company of; together with
From this reading If the appearance of a house of confinement, constructed with every attention to salubrity and humanity, has nothing repulsive in its aspect, the sight of the prisoners causes a very different feeling.
plural of “yard” — a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride
From this reading To understand the feeling of horror and fear, our reader must follow us to the Fosse aux Lions (the Lions' Den), one of the yards in La Force so called.
