A keeper or guardian of historical records and memories.
Chapter XXII
A REVELATION. Percival started from his chair. His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him. He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room. After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Oxford-style entry order: headword, part of speech, US IPA, concise definition, contextual example, audio, and collocations from this reading.
later than; following
From this reading “After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.”
members of a ship’s crew
From this reading “After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.”
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading “His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.”
Every word is available to listen to. Dictionary details are shown only when verified; these are not licensed Oxford entries.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A REVELATION.
later than; following
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Percival started from his chair.
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Percival started from his chair.
members of a ship’s crew
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Percival started from his chair.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
moving to the inside of something
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Percival started from his chair.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A REVELATION.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Percival started from his chair.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After which he came to a standstill, thrust his hands into his pockets, and allowed his features to relax into a sardonically-triumphant smile.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading His first exclamation was a rather profane one, for which the monk immediately reproved him.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He did not take much notice of the reproof: he stared hard at the young man for a minute or two, unconsciously repeated the objectionable expression, and then took one or two turns up and down the room.
