Chapter XXIII

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

in addition

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

financial assistance in time of need

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

superlative of “calm” — not agitated; without losing self-possession

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

a professional cook

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

having the place or position changed

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

move gently or carefully

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

inflected form of “forget” — dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

lamb leg suitable for roasting

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

of great significance or value

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

held dear

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

take the midday meal

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

a female domestic

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

engage in

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

a list of dishes available at a restaurant

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

plural of “menu” — a list of dishes available at a restaurant

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

highly valued lean flesh of marine or freshwater mullet

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

A viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, stored in large earthen jars.

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

of a yellow-green color similar to that of an unripe olive

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

plural of “pillow” — a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

third-person singular of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

past form of “print” — put into print

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

inflected form of “prop” — support by placing against something solid or rigid

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

plural of “sauce” — flavorful relish or dressing or topping served as an accompaniment to food

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

very drunk

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

in the near future

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

reading carefully with intent to remember

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

express in words

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

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

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading See, give him this and tell him to allow you to see how the entrées are prepared, and don't forget the sauces--especially the sauces, do you understand?

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading AT BEAULIEU "The sun upon the calmest sea Appears not half so bright as thee."

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

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

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

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

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

which person or people

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

belonging to which person

From this reading The next morning Madame Villebois, whose slumbers had been disturbed by the excitement and noise during the night, and who loved ease, was having her chocolate in bed, and studying the menu which the maid had brought up for her special benefit.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

plural of “wrap” — cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

an affirmative

From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Marie," she said, as her maid propped her back up against the pillows, "you are to be sure to make friends with the chef and bring me a copy of the menus for lunch and dinner as soon as they are printed, and, Marie, fetch me my portemonnaie.

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From this reading Oh, I forgot--yes--find out whether he wraps the red mullet in paper soaked in olive oil or butter, be sure and ask him this, as it is most important, and don't forget also to find out how he prepares his gigot à la Mailly, and his poulets à la Villeroy.