Chapter VI

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

cause to come to know personally

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

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From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

with brightness

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

plural of “brow” — the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

the act of burning something

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

possessive form of “charlotte” — the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

-ing form of “consider” — deem to be

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

reduced in size or pulled together

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

the act of departing

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

a room used for dining

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

-ing form of “escape” — run away from confinement

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

opinion or judgment

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

start firing a weapon

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

past form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

possessive form of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

an airplane powered by one or more jet engines

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

immediately past

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

the act of departing

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

take the midday meal

From this reading Upon the table were the remains of lunch.

in a meditative manner

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

a form of address for a man

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

easily agitated

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

above and across; more than

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

plural of “position” — the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

gathered for protruding fullness

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

a state of peace and quiet

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading Upon the table were the remains of lunch.

put or confide something in a person or thing

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

for a short time

From this reading "I am expecting, Charlotte," he began at last, his eyes fixed meditatively upon a hissing jet of gas that was escaping from the coal, "to be leaving the country shortly on business."

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

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

affording physical relief

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

lacking natural ease

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

plural of “system” — instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Upon the table were the remains of lunch.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

in or at that place or location

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading Each in their accustomed positions and chairs they gazed into the small fire that was burning brightly in the grate.

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Upon the table were the remains of lunch.

precisely as stated

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

plural of “villa” — Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading AT THE UNION HOTEL, PENZANCE There was a quietude about the little front dining-room in Belitha Villas that was very soothing to the somewhat strained nervous systems of Mr. and Mrs. Povey.

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

From this reading Upon the table were the remains of lunch.

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

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.

past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something

From this reading Charlotte's expression was one of repose, but her husband's brows were contracted as he puffed at his pipe, which was not to be wondered at considering he was turning over in his mind how he was to acquaint Mrs. Povey with his intended departure.