Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

later than; following

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

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

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

the time you go to bed

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

an occurrence of something

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

characterized by extreme care and great effort

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

the state of being physically constrained

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

plural of “employee” — a worker who is hired to perform a job

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

(law) a judicial remedy issued in order to prohibit a party from doing or continuing to do a certain activity

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

the act of forming or establishing something

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

Not allowed; banned or prohibited by rule or law.

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

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

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

in this place or thing or document

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

in a laborious manner

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

worthy of high praise

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

engage in

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

plural of “meal” — the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

the force of workers available

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

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

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

not any; not one

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

and nothing more

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

extremely

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

past form of “recommend” — push for something

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

living in a particular place

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

a day of rest and worship: Sunday for most Christians; Saturday for the Jews and a few Christians; Friday for Muslims

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

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

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

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

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

do one's shopping

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

being one more than fifteen

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

required or under orders

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

carry out

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Herein, no doubt, appeared a laudable regard for their health.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

up to a particular time

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Messrs. Scotcher and Co. acted like conscientious men in driving them forth immediately after breakfast, and enjoining upon them not to return until bedtime.

the act of using

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

precisely as stated

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

any day except Sunday (and sometimes except Saturday)

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

not unfriendly or threatening

From this reading By way of well-meaning constraint, it was directed that only the very scantiest meals (plain bread and cheese, in fact) should be supplied to those who did not take advantage of the holiday.

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

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

in or at the place that

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

which person or people

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading MONICA’S MAJORITY In the drapery establishment where Monica Madden worked and lived it was not (as is sometimes the case) positively forbidden to the resident employees to remain at home on Sunday; but they were strongly recommended to make the utmost possible use of that weekly vacation.

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

From this reading Young people, especially young women, who are laboriously engaged in a shop for thirteen hours and a half every weekday, and on Saturday for an average of sixteen, may be supposed to need a Sabbath of open air.