Chapter XVI

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

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

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

travel across or pass over

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

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From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

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From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

with efficiency; in an efficient manner

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

a feeling of extreme joy

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

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

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

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

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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 With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

cases used to carry belongings when traveling

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

informal term of address for someone's wife

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

possessive form of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

plural of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

having a point

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

provided with a secure reputation

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

a partly sheltered anchorage

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

with safety; in a safe manner

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

a special situation

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

remove (cargo, people, etc.) from and leave

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

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

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

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

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading With evident nonchalance, and something like insolence, he assisted the post-boy to unload the carriage, and summoning the house-maid, enquired if she knew what was to be done with all _them_ things.

at the time that

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

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

From this reading The bright green door, with its brass-handled bell, was easily recognised by the large plate bearing the owner's name which adorned it.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

which person or people

From this reading The door was opened by a footman who informed them that master was at the office, missus was out in the town, but they could step into the drawing-room whilst they waited for her return.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Margaret was quite at home in the streets of Croydon and its neighbourhood, and pointed out to whom the various houses belonged with a feeling of exultation, as if knowing the names of the owners when her sisters did not were the next thing to possessing them herself.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading The journey to Croydon was safely performed and as expeditiously as could be expected by three young ladies and a quantity of luggage travelling through cross roads with post-horses.