Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

highly skilled

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

the action of accomplishing something

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

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From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

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

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

a mutual promise to marry

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

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From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

the time of person's life when they are a child

From this reading He had known her since childhood, and she suited him exactly.

pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading He had known her since childhood, and she suited him exactly.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

plural of “festivity” — any joyous diversion

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

A person legally or magically entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death.

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

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

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

possessive form of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

with patience; in a patient manner

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

a human being

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

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

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading He had known her since childhood, and she suited him exactly.

a male human offspring

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

(of a contract or will or other document) having a signature written at the end

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading He had known her since childhood, and she suited him exactly.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

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From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

a mutual promise to marry

From this reading Antonie von Schönau plighted her troth to her cousin, the heir of Burgsdorf.

precisely as stated

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

at the time that

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

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

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading The betrothal festivities to which Baron von Wallmoden and his wife had been bidden were carried out to the letter.

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

From this reading Willibald subscribed like a dutiful son, to his mother's opinion that she was the suitable person to choose his life's companion for him, and he had waited patiently her pleasure as to the time when his betrothal should become an accomplished fact; the thought of having his little cousin Toni for a wife was very pleasant to him.

a late time of life

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.

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

From this reading The young people had known their parents' plan for years, and were fully agreed as to its accomplishment.