Chapter XV

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

From this reading A DILEMMA.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

an alloy of copper and zinc

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

comparative of “coarse” — of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

From this reading A DILEMMA.

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

past form of “entrust” — confer a trust upon

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

intense or sharp

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

plural of “find” — a productive insight

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

having or given a form or shape

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

an encircling or ringlike structure

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

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

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

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

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

a measuring instrument or device for keeping time

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

of great significance or value

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

something that is lost

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

in your mind

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

on one occasion

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

by chance

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

on the contrary

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

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

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

a special situation

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

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

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

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

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

at the time that

From this reading “Now what is to be done?” cogitated she, looking at the thing as it lay on her open palm, and mentally seeing Otto when he should discover his loss.

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

From this reading The brass key which Radegund had entrusted to him!

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “He’s been having it to go in and out about the Horologe with; and when he finds it out—perhaps he will at once—perhaps he’ll come back.”

in the company of; together with

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Gretchen at once recognized it from a description Otto had once given her of it, or rather of its original, which hung on Prudentius’ girdle; but the exquisite modelling and repoussé work of Master Wenzel Jamitzer’s own hands was to her all one with the copy’s coarser lines, and she recognized it by the _W. J._ on the neck which formed an important part of the design.