Chapter XV

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

in bed

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

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

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

a flexible container with a single opening

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

United States architect who designed the first important skyscraper with a skeleton (1846-1912)

From this reading BURNHAM PREFERS CHARGES MRS.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something

From this reading BURNHAM PREFERS CHARGES MRS.

clothing in general

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

without stop or interruption

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

a predisposition to like something

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

the act of departing

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

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

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

a slight illness

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

in a languid and lethargic manner

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

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

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading BURNHAM PREFERS CHARGES MRS.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

and nothing more

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

arrange in a container

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

a human being

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

third-person singular of “prefer” — like better; value more highly

From this reading BURNHAM PREFERS CHARGES MRS.

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

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

past form of “protest” — utter words of protest

From this reading “Indeed, Miss Evelyn,” he protested, “what am I to do?

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

past form of “search” — try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading The butler searched in vain for Mrs. Burnham to ask for orders, but the only person he located on the second floor was Evelyn Preston.

a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

plural of “want” — a state of extreme poverty

From this reading Mrs. Burnham says Mr. Burnham is to stay abed, and Mr. Burnham says he wants his clothes, and Mrs. Ward comes along and says I am to pack Mr. Maynard’s bag.”

a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

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

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

plural of “whim” — a sudden desire

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

belonging to which person

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading WARD, going about her work languidly, distracted Jones from his usual duties; he was not quite certain what was expected of him, to attend to the housekeeper’s whims or to valet Peter Burnham whose continued indisposition had developed a fondness for being waited on.