Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

the state of being absent

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

later than; following

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

(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 Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

in addition

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “anxiety” — (psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

subject to appointment

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

plural of “associate” — a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

see with attention

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

dearly loved

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “capability” — the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

an occurrence of something

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “contingency” — a possible event or occurrence or result

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

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From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

of or relating to or used in cooking

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

in a sincere and heartfelt manner

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

many and different

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “diversion” — an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

forced or compelled or put in force

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

join the military

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

opinion or judgment

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

a social unit living together

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

experiencing or showing fear

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading "FOOD FOR THE GODS."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "FOOD FOR THE GODS."

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

yet to be or coming

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

plural of “god” — the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading "FOOD FOR THE GODS."

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

possessive form of “heart” — the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

a social unit living together

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

the work of cleaning and running a house

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

go away from a place

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “martyr” — one who suffers for the sake of principle

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

come together

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

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From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

as follows

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

not any; not one

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

on one occasion

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

above and across; more than

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

past form of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

plural of “pleasure” — a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

plural of “project” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

express in words

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

a mental position from which things are viewed

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

trying something to find out about it

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

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

From this reading "FOOD FOR THE GODS."

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

a special situation

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

make an effort or attempt

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

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

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

at the time that

From this reading Said cooking-class was to meet once a week, in the afternoon, at the house of each member, in turn, when we were to try our maiden hands on the composition of any such dishes as we might choose; after which, certain martyrs--namely, the aforesaid young man, and sundry of his friends and associates--were to be allowed to join us, and, in case they were not too fearful of consequences, to test the results of our efforts.

in or at the place that

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."

which person or people

From this reading Milly, who had a regular engagement for the afternoon appointed, was not able to aid in the culinary efforts, but pleaded, that, as she contributed a sister, she might be allowed to join the later entertainment of the evening.

possessive form of “winter” — the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Behold our household now settled in our city home,--our summer by the sea, with all its many pleasures, and its measure of perplexities and anxieties, a thing of the past; our stay at Oaklands, where papa had enjoyed himself to his heart's content, all the more for his enforced absence of the previous months, also over; and the different members of the family, according to his or her individual taste, occupied with divers plans and projects for the winter's duties and diversions.

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

From this reading In view of certain contingencies which were likely to arise in the future,--father and mother said in the _far_ future; and, indeed, although it was pleasant to contemplate them from a distant standpoint, I was in no haste to leave my dearly beloved home,--in view of these, and with the comfort and well-being of a certain young man before my eyes, to say nothing of my own pride in my housekeeping capabilities, I had chosen to enlist myself as a member of a "cooking-class."