used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
adjoiningverbUS /əˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “adjoin” — lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
any thing at all
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
beautifullyadverbUS /ˈbjuːtəfli/
in a beautiful manner
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
bleakadjectiveUS /bliːk/
offering little or no hope
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
the protruding part of the lower jaw
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
coloredadjectiveUS /ˈkʌlərd/
having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
contentmentnounUS /kənˈtentmənt/
happiness with one's situation in life
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
contrastnounUS /ˈkɑːntræst/
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
cosynounUS /ˈkoʊzi/
a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
couchesnounUS /ˈkaʊtʃɪz/
plural of “couch” — an upholstered seat for more than one person
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
the activity of selecting the scenes to be shown and putting them together to create a film
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
having made preparations
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
move gently or carefully
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
elbowsnounUS /ˈelboʊz/
plural of “elbow” — hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
exquisiteadjectiveUS /ˈekskwəzət/
intense or sharp
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
well known or easily recognized
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
fastidiousadjectiveUS /fæˈstɪdiəs/
giving careful attention to detail; hard to please; excessively concerned with cleanliness
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
plural of “finger” — any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
set up or found
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
framedadjectiveUS /freɪmd/
provided with a frame
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
gracefullyadverbUS /ˈɡreɪsfəli/
in a graceful manner
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
a single distinct event
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
interlockedverbUS /ˌɪntərˈlɑːkt/
past form of “interlock” — coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
linennounUS /ˈlɪnən/
a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
maidensnounUS /ˈmeɪdənz/
plural of “maiden” — an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
not able to be found
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
needlesnounUS /ˈniːdəlz/
plural of “needle” — the leaf of a conifer
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
personages
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From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
pillowed
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From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
precinctsnounUS /ˈpriːsɪŋkts/
plural of “precinct” — a district of a city or town marked out for administrative purposes
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
compacted by ironing
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
recliningnounUS /rɪˈklaɪnɪŋ/
the act of assuming or maintaining a reclining position
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
refinedadjectiveUS /rəˈfaɪnd/
(used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
possessing material wealth
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
Richard
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From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
royaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
SAFFRONnounUS /ˈsæfrən/
Old World crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
unusual or striking
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
term of address for a man
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
the state of being asleep
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
surroundingsnounUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋz/
the environmental condition
From this reading Indeed, not anything seemed to be missing that could have been demanded in the surroundings of the most refined and fastidious of royal personages.
To perceive flavor through the mouth.
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
tavernnounUS /ˈtævərn/
a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
trappingsnounUS /ˈtræpɪŋz/
(usually plural) accessory wearing apparel
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
uninvitingadjectiveUS /ˌʌnɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
neither attractive nor tempting
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
UponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
VELVETnounUS /ˈvelvət/
a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
weavingnounUS /ˈwiːvɪŋ/
creating fabric
From this reading One was lying at full length and resting upon her elbows, with her chin pressed against her interlocked fingers; the other was engaged with needles and some bright colored silk in weaving a design upon a piece of linen cloth.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading So beautifully, and in such exquisite taste were its rich trappings disposed, that a princess might have found comfort and contentment within its cosy precincts.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading THE INCIDENT OF THE CUTTING OF SAFFRON VELVET The walls of the room adjoining that in which Sir Richard was now sleeping framed a scene that provided a singular and pleasing contrast to the bleak and uninviting rooms within the tavern with which the reader is already somewhat familiar.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Upon one of the pillowed couches two young maidens were reclining gracefully at their ease.
