used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ELIZABETH FINDS A FRIEND.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
balconynounUS /ˈbælkəni/
an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
batteredadjectiveUS /ˈbætərd/
damaged by blows or hard usage
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
betimesadverb
in good time
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
blissfullyadverbUS /ˈblɪsfəli/
in a blissful manner
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
bonnets
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From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
Brion
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From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But they had no fear whatever for themselves.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
ceremoniesnounUS /ˈserəmoʊniz/
plural of “ceremony” — a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
clickverbUS /klɪk/
move or strike with a noise
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
costumesnounUS /kɑːˈstuːmz/
plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
crushverbUS /krʌʃ/
come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)
From this reading ELIZABETH FINDS A FRIEND.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading But they had no fear whatever for themselves.
marked by extreme and violent energy
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
plural of “find” — a productive insight
From this reading ELIZABETH FINDS A FRIEND.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But they had no fear whatever for themselves.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading ELIZABETH FINDS A FRIEND.
frocksnounUS /frɑːks/
plural of “frock” — a long, loose outer garment
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
galanounUS /ˈɡælə/
a gay festivity
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
a movable barrier in a fence or wall
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
groanedverbUS /ɡroʊnd/
past form of “groan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
helplesslyadverbUS /ˈhelpləsli/
in a helpless manner
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
hustledverbUS /ˈhʌsəld/
past form of “hustle” — cause to move furtively and hurriedly
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
not any; not one
From this reading But they had no fear whatever for themselves.
a brief written record
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
United States feminist (1885-1977)
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
resolveverbUS /riˈzɑːlv/
bring to an end; settle conclusively
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
solidadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːləd/
characterized by good substantial quality
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
umbrellanounUS /əmˈbrelə/
a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
undertakingnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋ/
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading Paul Brion, out of bed betimes, heard their voices and the click of their gate, and stepped into his balcony to see them start.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading But they had no fear whatever for themselves.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They had an early breakfast, dressed themselves with great care in their best frocks and the new bonnets, and, each carrying an umbrella, set forth with a cheerful resolve to see what was to be seen of the ceremonies of the day, blissfully ignorant of the nature of their undertaking.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading He took note of the pretty costumes, that had a gala air about them, and of the fresh and striking beauty of at least two of the three sweet faces; and he groaned to think of such women being hustled and battered, helplessly, in the fierce crush of a solid street crowd.
