used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
blondenounUS /blɑːnd/
a person with fair skin and hair
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
confined by bonds
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
a slight wind (usually refreshing)
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
of surpassing excellence
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
an orange of low brightness and saturation
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
brunettenounUS /bruːˈnet/
a person with dark (brown) hair
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
close-fittingadjective
fitting closely but comfortably
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
having or capable of producing colors
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
complexionnounUS /kəmˈplekʃən/
the coloring of a person's face
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
contournounUS /ˈkɑːntʊr/
a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
dark-blueadjective
of a dark shade of blue
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
darkestadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːrkəst/
superlative of “dark” — devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
deepestadjectiveUS /ˈdiːpəst/
superlative of “deep” — relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
delicatelyadverbUS /ˈdeləkətli/
in a delicate manner
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
Denbigh
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From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
without doubt; certainly
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
exquisitelyadverbUS /ˌekˈskwɪzɪtli/
in a delicate manner
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
opinion or judgment
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
a young female
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
having or deserving or conferring glory
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
an established custom
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
healthfuladjectiveUS /ˈhelθfəl/
conducive to good health of body or mind
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
indebtedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdetɪd/
owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
people of Ireland or of Irish extraction
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
litheadjectiveUS /laɪð/
gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
lovelier
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From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
massesnounUS /ˈmæsəz/
the common people generally
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
occasionaladjectiveUS /əˈkeɪʒənəl/
occurring from time to time
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
and nothing more
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
perfectionnounUS /pərˈfekʃən/
the state of being without a flaw or defect
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
by chance
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
pronouncedadjectiveUS /prəˈnaʊnst/
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
free of extraneous elements of any kind
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
past form of “reveal” — make visible
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
express in words
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
being of delicate or slender build
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
soupçon
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From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
sparklingadjectiveUS /ˈspɑːrklɪŋ/
shining with brilliant points of light like stars
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
not in physical motion
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
subduedadjectiveUS /səbˈduːd/
in a softened tone
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
possessing sweep
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
tightlyadverbUS /ˈtaɪtli/
in a tight or constricted manner
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
tintnounUS /tɪnt/
a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Her fine lithe figure appeared to perfection in her close-fitting habit of dark-blue cloth, and the masses of her hair being tightly bound up under her hat, revealed the contour of her slender neck and delicately formed ear.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Their normal expression was quiet and subdued; they only flashed up at times, and she was a girl that somehow every colour became.
precisely as stated
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
violetnounUS /ˈvaɪəlɪt/
any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
a Caucasian
From this reading In pure white one might have thought her lovely, and lovelier still, perhaps, in black or blue or rose, or any other tint or shade.
Winifred
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From this reading It is difficult to say whether Winifred could be pronounced a brunette or a blonde, her skin was so exquisitely fair, while her splendid hair was a shade of the deepest brown, and her glorious sparkling eyes were of the darkest violet blue.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Both girls were very handsome, and for their pure and brilliant complexion were doubtless indebted to the healthful breeze that swept the green sides of the Denbigh hills, together with an occasional _soupçon_ of that which comes from the waters of the Irish Sea.
