used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
ASHLEY
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From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
autumnaladjectiveUS /ɔːˈtʌmnəl/
of or characteristic of or occurring in autumn
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
bannernounUS /ˈbænər/
long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
bestowedverbUS /bɪˈstoʊd/
past form of “bestow” — present
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
an onerous or difficult concern
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
Chaloner
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From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
chimneysnounUS /ˈtʃɪmniz/
plural of “chimney” — a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
drawbridgenounUS /ˈdrɔːbrɪdʒ/
a bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
with eagerness; in an eager manner
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
floatedverbUS /ˈfloʊtəd/
past form of “float” — be in motion due to some air or water current
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
greetingnounUS /ˈɡriːtɪŋ/
(usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
guardedadjectiveUS /ˈɡɑːrdəd/
prudent
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
only a very short time before
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
a message received and understood
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
a room equipped for preparing meals
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
held up in the air
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
liverynounUS /ˈlɪvəri/
uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
loadnounUS /loʊd/
weight to be borne or conveyed
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
Markham
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From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
Markhams
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From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
not any; not one
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
come into possession of
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
ParliamentnounUS /ˈpɑːrləmənt/
a legislative assembly in certain countries
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
pikeman
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From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
plumedadjective
having or covered with or abounding in plumes
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
the act of having and controlling property
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
praisedverbUS /preɪzd/
past form of “praise” — express approval of
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
proudlyadverbUS /ˈpraʊdli/
with pride; in a proud manner
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
the event of something being raised upward
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
rebelnounUS /ˈrebəl/
“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
relaxedadjectiveUS /rɪˈlækst/
without strain or anxiety
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
RelyingverbUS /riˈlaɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “rely” — have faith or confidence in
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
renegadenounUS /ˈrenəɡeɪd/
someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
get by special effort
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
not in physical motion
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
tenantrynoun
tenants of an estate considered as a group
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
tidingsnounUS /ˈtaɪdɪŋz/
information about recent and important events
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
upwardsadverbUS /ˈʌpwərdz/
spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
vigilancenounUS /ˈvɪdʒələns/
the process of paying close and continuous attention
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
warm-hearted
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From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The banner of the Markhams still proudly floated over the tower, the drawbridge was still guarded by a pikeman in the Markham livery, and the smoke still floated upwards from the kitchen chimneys in the keen autumnal air.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The warm-hearted greeting over, we eagerly asked for tidings concerning the renegade, Captain Chaloner, but on this matter we could not obtain any information, for, although it was known that the rebel captain had had the castle bestowed upon him by the Parliament, he had taken no active steps to secure possession of it.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "Heaven be praised!" exclaimed my father, raising his plumed hat, and I knew that a great load had been lifted from his mind--a burden which I felt hardly less deeply than did he.
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
in the company of; together with
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
wontedadjective
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading FACE TO FACE WITH DEATH ASHLEY CASTLE presented its wonted appearance as my father and I approached it on our return journey.
but in spite of that
From this reading Relying on the loyal support of his tenantry, my father knew that there was little chance of a surprise, yet he in no wise relaxed his vigilance.
