Chapter XX

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

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

how long something has existed

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

(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 “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

from appearances alone

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

an old word for “before”

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

at any time

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

money paid out; an amount spent

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a competitor thought likely to win

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a carriage for hire

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

bearing or marked with a label or tag

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

having notes of fixed rhythmic value

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a resort town in east central Florida

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

(Old Testament) a patriarch (grandfather of Noah) who is said to have lived 969 years

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

not any; not one

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

a course of conduct

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

make a promise or commitment

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading The boundary-riders had come in, apparently for no reason in particular.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

put a saddle on

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

consistent in performance or behavior

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

inflected form of “strap” — tie with a strap

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They would reach their destination long ere he needed them, doubtless.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

a small overnight bag for short trips

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

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

From this reading He mounted his favourite hackney, leading another, upon the saddle of which was strapped a compact valise.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

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

From this reading He had packed and labelled his personal belongings, which were to be sent to Melbourne by the wool-drays.

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

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a late time of life

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading “Strong is the faith of our youth to pursue The path of its promise.”—_Frances Brown._ On the following morning John Redgrave quitted for ever the place in which he had spent five of the best years of his life, all his capital, and, measured by expenditure of emotional force, as much brain-tissue as would have lasted him to the age of Methuselah at quiet, steady-going Marshmead.