Chapter VII · Alma

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

having companions or an escort

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

plural of “admirer” — a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

(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 As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

(Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a light shade of blue

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

French physiologist noted for research on secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver (1813-1878)

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

United States politician who was elected the first black mayor of Los Angeles (1917-1998)

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

marked by blithe unconcern

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

having or capable of producing colors

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

act of transferring property title from one person to another

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

delicately beautiful

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

dearly loved

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

plural of “detractor” — one who disparages or belittles the worth of something

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

put on clothes

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

housing that someone is living in

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

(Greek mythology) the winged goddess of the dawn in ancient mythology; daughter of Hyperion; identified with Roman Aurora

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

be a farmer; work as a farmer

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

not serious in content or attitude or behavior

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

past form of “heighten” — become more extreme

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

of the present time and place

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

without bounds

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

without good reason

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

hide under a false appearance

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

a feeling of thoughtful sadness

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

worth remembering

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

used to form the superlative

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

a handheld collapsible source of shade

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

plural of “peculiarity” — an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

a light shade of red

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

characterized by extravagance and profusion

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

plural of “possession” — the act of having and controlling property

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

increase the number of rotations per minute

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

plural of “size” — the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

superlative of “soft” — yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

-ing form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a blue to grey green mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

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From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading As far away in hue As heaven the dainty shade is, From the dark ultra-blue Of literary ladies.--_The Mask_ On the morning that the Rev. Ambrose Bradley, Vicar of Fensea, had his memorable interview with the Bishop of Darkdale and Dells, Miss Alma Craik, of the Larches, walked on the home farm in the immediate neighbourhood of her dwelling, accompanied by her dear friend and companion Agatha Combe, and attended by half a dozen dogs of all sizes, from a melancholy old St. Bernard to a frivolous Dandie Dinmont.

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

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

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

From this reading The two ladies, strolling along side by side, presented a curious contrast, which was heightened not a little by their peculiarities of costume.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.

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From this reading Miss Craik, bright as Eos, and tall and graceful as a willow-wand, was clad in a pink morning dress, with pink plush hat to match, and carried a parasol of the same colour.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Blue-buskin’d, with the softest turquoise blue, Faint, as the speedwell’s azure dim with dew;

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

From this reading She walked lightly, with a carriage which her detractors called proud, but which her admirers thought infinitely easy and charming; conveying to the most casual observer that she was a young lady with a will of her own, perfectly mistress of herself, and at home among her possessions.