Chapter XXII

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

how long something has existed

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

(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 chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

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

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

expected hopefully

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

possessive form of “baron” — a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

marked by strong resentment or cynicism

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

a blemish made by dirt

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

plural of “cafe” — a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

a stick that people can lean on to help them walk

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

painful from having the skin abraded

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

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From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

not carefully or expertly made

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

true confidential information

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

sediment that has settled at the bottom of a liquid

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

inflected form of “fan” — strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

in a free manner

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

(of wood) darkened or colored by exposure to ammonia fumes

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

past form of “groan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

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

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

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

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

an iconic mental representation

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

within a building

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

plural of “injury” — any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

beguiling but harmful

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

the probability of a specified outcome

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

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 A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

the mansion of a lord or wealthy person

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

unhurried and relaxed

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

plural of “oak” — the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

something offered (as a proposal or bid)

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

past form of “prey” — profit from in an exploitatory manner

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

plural of “race” — any competition

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

on the contrary

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

a flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

living quarters reserved for wives and concubines and female relatives in a Muslim household

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

-ing form of “single” — hit a single

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

a descent as through liquid (especially through water)

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

be standing; be upright

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

kept from public knowledge by various means

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

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

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

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

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading "I played him too freely," he groaned to the Count de Propriac, as the latter sat contemplatively nursing the ivory handle of his cane and offering the land baron such poor solace as his company afforded.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

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

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.

at the time that

From this reading He chafed and fumed when he thought how, in all likelihood, the details of his defeat could not be suppressed in the clubs and _cafes_.

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

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading But beneath the dregs of indulgence lay an image which preyed upon his mind more than his defeat beneath the Oaks: a figure, on the crude stage of a country tavern; in the manor window, with an aureole around her from the sinking sun; in the grand stand at the races, the gay dandies singling her out in all that seraglio of beauty.

in the company of; together with

From this reading This anticipated publicity he took in ill part, fanning his mental disorder with brandy, mellow and insidious with age.

plural of “wound” — an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading A BLOT IN THE 'SCUTCHEON The land baron's injuries did not long keep him indoors, for it was his pride rather than his body that had received deep and bitter wounds.