Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

plural of “attraction” — the force by which one object attracts another

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

small rounded bread either plain or sweet

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

a soft fabric made from the wool of the Cashmere goat

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

any system of principles or beliefs

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading FIRST THOUGHTS.

a soft light woolen fabric; used for clothing

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

a long, loose outer garment

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

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

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

not the right size or shape

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

press tightly together or cram

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

go away from a place

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

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From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

a particular point in time

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

the quality or habit of adhering to an appointed time

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

given to merry frolicking

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

witty remark

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

past form of “sound” — appear in a certain way

From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

not in physical motion

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

sweet fleshy red fruit

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

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

From this reading "The eggs and the ham, And the strawberry jam; The rollicking bun, And the gay Sally Lunn."

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading FIRST THOUGHTS.

cause to make a ting

From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

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From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

a light clear metallic sound as of a small bell

From this reading "Ting! ting-a-ling!" the silver tinkle sounded cheerfully.

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

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

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From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

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

From this reading Margaret was the first to leave her room, punctuality being the third virtue of her creed.

(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 She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

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

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

which person or people

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading She had changed her travelling-dress for a pretty dark red cashmere, which became her well; but Peggy, who came running down a moment later, still wore her ill-fitting frock of green flannel, the scant attractions of which were not enhanced by a soiled linen collar, which she had forgotten to change.