Chapter XL · Chapter 40

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

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

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

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

see with attention

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

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From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

a pair who associate with one another

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

dearly loved

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

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

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

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

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

plural of “friar” — a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

an entrance that can be closed by a gate

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

plural of “gown” — a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

a health facility where patients receive treatment

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

(of soil) soft and watery

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

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From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

held or filled or in use

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

above and across; more than

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

plural of “pen” — a writing implement with a point from which ink flows

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

in the near future

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

a communal dining-hall (usually in a monastery)

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

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

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

being or feeling set or kept apart from others

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

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

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

make square

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading A couple of score, or more, of old gentlemen in black gowns, issued from the door of their refectory, and separated over the court, betaking themselves to their chambers.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

past form of “traverse” — travel across or pass over

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

past form of “tremble” — move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

possessive form of “uncle” — the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Ethel’s arm trembled under mine as she looked at one and another, expecting to behold her dear uncle’s familiar features.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading As we traversed the court the Poor Brothers were coming from dinner.

in or at the place that

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading In which Old Friends come together We made the descent of Snowhill, we passed by the miry pens of Smithfield; we travel through the street of St. John, and presently reach the ancient gateway, in Cistercian Square, where lies the old Hospital of Grey Friars.

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

From this reading I passed through the gate, my fair young companion on my arm, and made my way to the rooms occupied by brother Newcome.