Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

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From this reading ALLEYN.

the alliance of nations that fought the Axis in World War II and which (with subsequent additions) signed the charter of the United Nations in 1945

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

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

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

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

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

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

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

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

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

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

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

the two together, not just one

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

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From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

plural of “delight” — a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

willing to give and share unstintingly

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

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

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

a half of an hour

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

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

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

characterized by enmity or ill will

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

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

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

plural of “inch” — a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

light in a transparent protective case

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

harass or assault sexually; make indecent advances to

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

used to form the superlative

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

(superlative of “near” or “close”) within the shortest distance

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

many times at short intervals

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

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

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

cause a prickling sensation

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

goddess of the underworld; counterpart of Greek Persephone

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

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From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

move upward

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

Identical; not different.

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

plural of “sentry” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

possessive form of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

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

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It has been seen that a generous sympathy had taken place of hostile feeling, as respects Raoul, in the minds of most on board the Proserpine.

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

From this reading "Our dangers and delights are near allies; From the same stem the rose and prickle rise."

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

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

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

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

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

not necessary

From this reading Under the influence of this sentiment, an order had been passed through the sentries, not to molest their prisoner by too frequent or unnecessary an examination of the state-room.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

the process of paying close and continuous attention

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

a city in southern England; administrative center of Hampshire

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.

in the company of; together with

From this reading With a view to a proper regard to both delicacy and watchfulness, however, Winchester had directed that the angle of the canvas nearest the cabin-door lantern should be opened a few inches, and that the sentinel should look in every half-hour; or as often as the ship's bell told the progress of time.