Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

a loose-fitting robe of towelling; worn after a bath or swim

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

a strong flame that burns brightly

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

morally pure (especially not having experienced sexual intercourse)

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the protruding part of the lower jaw

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

past form of “crackle” — make a crackling sound

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

move gently or carefully

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

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From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

at any time

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

past form of “exist” — have an existence, be extant

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

start firing a weapon

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

English comedienne and mistress of Charles II (1650-1687)

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

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

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

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

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

an improper demeanor

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

and nothing more

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

a form of address for a man

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

not any; not one

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the month following October and preceding December

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

awaiting conclusion or confirmation

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

put into a recess

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

possessive form of “richards” — English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

plural of “storm” — a violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

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From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

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

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

in or at that place or location

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading Pending that repast, he had thrown himself into an easy-chair before the blaze which crackled in the deep fireplace.

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

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

past form of “tumble” — fall down, as if collapsing

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.

the capital of the United States in the District of Columbia and a tourist mecca; George Washington commissioned Charles L'Enfant to lay out the city in 1791

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading The sudden sharp weather made the fire pleasant enough.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading On this far-away November morning, it being ten by every steeple clock and an hour utterly chaste, there could have existed no impropriety in one's having had a look into the rooms of Mr. Richard Storms, said rooms being second-floor front of the superfashionable house of Mr. Lorimer Gwynn, Washington, North West.

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

From this reading There was ever a recess in Richard's morning programme at this point during which his breakfast arrived.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading Richard, wrapped to the chin in a bathrobe, was sitting much at his ease, having just tumbled from the tub.