Chapter XXIII · Chapter 23

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From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

having companions or an escort

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

a flexible container with a single opening

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

having hair on the cheeks and chin

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

in characteristic manner

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

closely shaved recently

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

a room used for dining

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

a movement into or inward

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

the organ of sight

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

set up or found

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

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

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

an artful or simulated semblance

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

to a considerable degree

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

a detailed list of all the items in stock

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

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

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

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

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

a popular brand of jeans

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

set afire or burning

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

past form of “lock” — fasten with a lock

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

plural of “mansion” — (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

imposing in size or bulk or solidity

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

a person's partner in marriage

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

a human being

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

-ing form of “point” — indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

a native or inhabitant of Russia

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

plural of “stranger” — anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

be agreeable or acceptable to

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "This is the Greuze," said Dr. Lepardo, pointing.

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

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

thick woolen fabric used for clothing; originated in Scotland

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

in physical discomfort

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

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

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading "V-E-N-G-E-N-C-E" At half-past seven on the morning following M. Levi's visit the Count de Guise opened the door of 59b Bedford Court Mansions to that eccentric old art expert.

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

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

which person or people

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Entering the dining-room, with its massive old oak furniture, de Guise, who found something uncomfortably fascinating in the eye of the partner, lighted a cigarette and took up a position on the rug before the fire, hands characteristically locked behind him.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading These two would commence an inventory, m'sieur being agreeable.

used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father

From this reading M. Levi was accompanied by his partner, a tall, heavily bearded man, who looked like a Russian, and by two other strangers, one an alert-eyed, clean-shaven person in a tweed suit, the other a younger man, evidently Scotch, who carried a little brown bag.