used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
adornedadjectiveUS /əˈdɔːrnd/
provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
animatedadjectiveUS /ˈænəmeɪtɪd/
having life or vigor or spirit
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
astoundingadjectiveUS /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/
bewildering or striking dumb with wonder
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
bulletinsnounUS /ˈbʊlətənz/
plural of “bulletin” — a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast)
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
assets available for use in the production of further assets
From this reading IN THE MIKADO'S CAPITAL.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
consentedverbUS /kənˈsentɪd/
past form of “consent” — give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
costumesnounUS /kɑːˈstuːmz/
plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
greatly pleased
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
discussedverbUS /dɪˈskʌst/
past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
distinguishableadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbəl/
capable of being perceived as different or distinct
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
Edith
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From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
Ethelwyn
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From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
fashionableadjectiveUS /ˈfæʃənəbəl/
being or in accordance with current social fashions
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
foreignersnounUS /ˈfɔːrənərz/
plural of “foreigner” — a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
hotelsnounUS /hoʊˈtelz/
plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN THE MIKADO'S CAPITAL.
past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
become part of; become a member of a group or organization
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
and nothing more
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
largestadjectiveUS /ˈlɑːrdʒəst/
superlative of “large” — above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
immediately past
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
latestadjectiveUS /ˈleɪtəst/
up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
the literary culture
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
MIKADO'S
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used to form the superlative
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
narratedverbUS /ˈnereɪtɪd/
past form of “narrate” — provide commentary for a film, for example
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
information about recent and important events
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
OccidentalnounUS /ˌɑːksəˈdentəl/
a native inhabitant of the Occident
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
and nothing more
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
the possibility of future success
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
reluctancenounUS /rɪˈlʌktəns/
(physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance)
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
Selborne
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From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
make square
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
stylesnounUS /staɪlz/
plural of “style” — how something is done or how it happens
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
tea-chest
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From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN THE MIKADO'S CAPITAL.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
throngedadjectiveUS /θrɔːŋd/
filled with great numbers crowded together
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
TokionounUS /toʊˈkiːoʊ/
the capital and largest city of Japan; the economic and cultural center of Japan
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
verandahnoun
a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)
From this reading On the evening after the event narrated in the last chapter a group of foreigners sat on the pleasant verandah of one of the largest hotels in Tokio.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They were easily distinguishable from the natives that thronged the street and square, not only by the Occidental costumes--of the latest and most fashionable styles--which adorned the ladies, but by the bright and animated faces with which they looked out on the strange scene before them, and discussed the astounding news which had just been displayed, "in real tea-chest letters," Edith said, on the newspaper bulletins.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Edith and Ethelwyn Black had been invited by their father's old friends Colonel and Mrs. Selborne to join them in a trip around the world.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The two young girls were delighted with the prospect, and with some reluctance Major Black consented to the plan.
