Chapter XI · Chapter 11

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

plural of “age” — how long something has existed

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

in addition

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

the table in Christian churches where communion is given

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

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From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

plural of “banner” — long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

exhale hard

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

showing who or what does the action

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

a town at the southern tip of Illinois at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

plural of “candlestick” — a holder with sockets for candles

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

(Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

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From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

any large and important church

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

-ing form of “connect” — connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

representation of the cross on which Jesus died

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

plural of “crucifix” — representation of the cross on which Jesus died

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

set up or found

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

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

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

a narrow way or road

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

make less visible or unclear

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

past form of “obscure” — make less visible or unclear

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

plural of “ornament” — something used to beautify

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

to some extent; in some degree; not wholly

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

past form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

plural of “rosary” — a string of beads used in counting prayers (especially by Catholics)

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a particular instance of selling

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

break into many pieces

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

plural of “shop” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

marked by or emitting or filled with smoke

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

plural of “statuette” — a small carved or molded figure

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts

From this reading A phrase arose before him; he did not seem to hear it but to see it dancing in smoky characters which partially obscured a large ivory crucifix: "To shatter at a blow the structure of the ages."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a public road from one place to another

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

plural of “title” — a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

past form of “translate” — restate (words) from one language into another language

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

not to be accounted for or explained

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.

queen of Great Britain and Ireland and empress of India from 1837 to 1901; the last Hanoverian ruler of England (1819-1901)

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a person who has never had sex

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a borough of Greater London on the Thames; contains Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

at the time that

From this reading His mood was unrestful and his brain was haunted by unaccountable memories, so that when he found himself in the shadow of the lofty campanile of Westminster Cathedral his spirit became translated to an obscure lane in Cairo.

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

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Paul stood before the window of one, reading the titles of the books which were also displayed there, _Garden of the Soul, The Little Flowers_ of St. Francis of Assisi.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In the narrow thoroughfare connecting Victoria Street with that in which Thessaly's flat was situated were a number of curious shops devoted to the sale of church ornaments, altar candlesticks, lecterns, silk banners, cassocks and birettas, statuettes of the Virgin, crucifixes and rosaries.

the words that are spoken

From this reading He recalled that Cardinal Pescara had used those words.