used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
be in accord; be in agreement
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
in addition
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
bodicenounUS /ˈbɑːdɪs/
part of a dress above the waist
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
causingnounUS /ˈkɑːzɪŋ/
the act of causing something to happen
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
past form of “clasp” — hold firmly and tightly
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
an artistic form of nonverbal communication
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
discussverbUS /dɪˈskʌs/
to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
facingnounUS /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
flashingnounUS /ˈflæʃɪŋ/
a short vivid experience
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
hearthrugnoun
a rug spread out in front of a fireplace
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
imploreverbUS /ˌɪmˈplɔːr/
call upon in supplication; entreat
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
Keene's
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From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
lamplightnoun
light from a lamp
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
immediately past
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
go away from a place
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
Lolita's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
characterized by grandeur
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
a form of address for a man
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
ornamentsnounUS /ˈɔːrnəmənts/
plural of “ornament” — something used to beautify
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
responsenounUS /rɪˈspɑːns/
a result
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
having a supporting base
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
a special situation
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
The passage at the back of the mouth.
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The lamplight caught the magnificent ornaments on her throat and bodice, causing them to dance with a thousand flashing fires.
not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
precisely as stated
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading "I quite agree that we may well leave the matter in the hands of the police."
in the company of; together with
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
Woodhouse
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "I really think the less we discuss the unfortunate affair, Mr Woodhouse, the better," she exclaimed at last, standing upon the hearthrug and facing me with her hands clasped behind her back.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading "But there is one thing I would implore you, as Lolita's friend--for she is very fond of you, I know--and as my own friend also--and that is to keep this man Keene's return a profound secret from every one--more especially from George.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
used when the person spoken to is also the object of the action
From this reading "You yourself approached the subject," was my cool response.
