Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

(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 He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

plural of “artist” — a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

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

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

with boldness, in a bold manner

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

a woman who has recently been married

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

French statesman who played a key role in negotiating the Treaty of Versailles (1841-1929)

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

a flag that shows its nationality

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

the state of owing something (especially money)

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

a very small circular shape

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

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From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

an association of people who share common beliefs or activities

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

an angular or rounded shape made by folding

From this reading THE FOX IN THE FOLD.

alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs

From this reading THE FOX IN THE FOLD.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

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

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

an indirect suggestion

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

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

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

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

From this reading THE FOX IN THE FOLD.

inflected form of “instal” — set up for use

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

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

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

showing your contempt by derision

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

relating to or constituting or bearing or giving a name

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

not one, and not any

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

someone legally empowered to witness signatures and certify a document's validity and to take depositions

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

give money, usually in exchange for goods or services

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

a large, flat, thin case for carrying loose papers or drawings or maps; usually leather

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

past form of “rent” — let for money

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

Swiss hotelier who created a chain of elegant hotels (1850-1918)

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

hidden from general view or use

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

plural of “sketch” — preliminary drawing for later elaboration

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

a male human offspring

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

in the near future

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

a residential district located on the outskirts of a city

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

a quantity of money

From this reading At the hint from M. Ritz, who had a debt of honor to pay the son of his dead friend, the house was rented at a nominal sum.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

an acknowledgment of appreciation

From this reading He had a portfolio of architectural sketches soon completed and, thanks to the fellowship to which his name might exercise a spell, all the old artists who had known his father, helped him manfully.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading THE FOX IN THE FOLD.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

a slight but appreciable amount

From this reading Here Felix, as he boldly described himself by right, though the name had a tinge of mockery, installed himself with his bride.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

plural of “villa” — Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

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

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

which person or people

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Among the secluded villas that dot with pretty colors the suburb of Montmorency, there is none more agreeable than the Villa Reine-Claude, which was in the hands of the notary who had managed the transmission of the maintenance money to young Clemenceau.