Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

present in great quantity

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

concurrence of opinion

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

past form of “alternate” — go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

plural of “amulet” — a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

made in or typical of earlier times and valued for its age

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

contrived by art rather than nature

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

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From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

plural of “collar” — a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

like a coquette

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

a translucent red or orange variety of chalcedony

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

plural of “disc” — sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

plural of “divinity” — any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

plural of “earring” — jewelry to ornament the ear; usually clipped to the earlobe or fastened through a hole in the lobe

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

one or the other of two

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

confined on all sides

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

closed in or surrounded or included within

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

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

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the part of the face above the eyes

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

an encircling or ringlike structure

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

coins made of gold

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

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From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

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

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

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

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

move something or somebody to a lower position

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

past form of “mass” — join together into a mass or collect or form a mass

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

used to form the superlative

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

a large indefinite number

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

informal terms for a mother

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

plural of “pin” — a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

past form of “plait” — make by braiding or interlacing

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

-ing form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

plural of “rosette” — an ornament or pattern resembling a rose that is worn as a badge of office or as recognition of having won an honor

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

plural of “row” — an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

Identical; not different.

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

past form of “shimmer” — shine with a weak or fitful light

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

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

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

caught or fixed

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

dotted or adorned with or as with studs or nailheads; usually used in combination

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

in a symmetrical manner

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

plural of “tress” — a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading Twenty golden pins stuck into the tresses, like flowers in a ball head-dress, studded with brilliant points the thick dark hair which might have been thought artificial, so abundant was it.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading A magnificent necklace, composed of three rows of divinities and amulets in gold and precious stones, encircled the neck of the coquettish mummy, and lower down upon her breast hung two other collars, the pearl, gold, lapis-lazuli, and cornelian rosettes of which alternated symmetrically with the most perfect taste.

the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips

From this reading A girdle of nearly the same design enclosed her waist with a belt of gold and gems.

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

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

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Around the forehead, low and smooth in accordance with the laws of antique beauty, was massed jet-black hair divided and plaited into a multitude of fine tresses which fell on either shoulder.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading Two great earrings, round discs resembling small bucklers, shimmered with yellow light by the side of the brown cheeks.