Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

(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 "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

self-consciously timid

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

of short duration or distance

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

make a clank

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

plural of “cushion” — a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

method or manner of conduct in relation to others

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

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

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

inflected form of “drop” — let fall to the ground

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

move gently or carefully

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

beyond normal limits

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

a ceremonial dinner party for many people

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

a long narrow inlet of the sea between steep cliffs; common in Norway

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in a graceful manner

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

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From this reading HAFIZ.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

annoyed and irritable

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

and nothing more

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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 All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

drawn out or made longer spatially

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

below the surround or below the normal position

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

used to form the superlative

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

a form of address for a man

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

characterized by or capable of producing music

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

impressive in appearance

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

in a noble manner

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

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From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

-ing form of “perspire” — excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

past form of “pile” — arrange in stacks

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

imparting vitality and energy

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading Macfarlane and Duprez had been rendered astonished and bashful by her excessive beauty.

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

plural of “sail” — a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

a protective covering or structure

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

term of address for a man

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

watch and direct

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

possessing sweep

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in a swift manner

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

having or showing or conforming to good taste

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

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From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

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

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in the direction of

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

often used as intensifiers

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

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

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

in or at the place that

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

during the time that

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

a Caucasian

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading As the afternoon lengthened, and the sun lowered his glittering shield towards that part of the horizon where he rested a brief while without setting, the _Eulalie_,--her white sails spread to the cool, refreshing breeze,--swept gracefully and swiftly back to her old place on the Fjord, and her anchor dropped with musical clank and splash, just as Mr. Dyceworthy entered his house, fatigued, perspiring, and ill-tempered at the non-success of his day.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading "She believed that by dealing nobly with all, all would show themselves noble; so that whatsoever she did became her."

an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing

From this reading All on board the yacht were at dinner--a dinner of the most tasteful and elegant description, such as Sir Philip Errington well knew how to order and superintend, and Thelma, leaning against the violet velvet cushions that were piled behind her for her greater ease, looked,--as she indeed was,--the veritable queen of the feast.