Chapter XXIX · Chapter 29

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

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

(old-fashioned) at or from or to a great distance; far

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

(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 All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

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

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

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

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

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

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

for the reason that

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

next to; at the side of

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

surrounded by hostile forces

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

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From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

inflected form of “blow” — exhale hard

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

large metal container in which coal or charcoal is burned; warms people who must stay outside for long times

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

with brightness

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

object formed by a mold

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

a carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic matter in the absence of air

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

plural of “chariot” — a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

anything that covers or conceals

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

turn aside; turn away from

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

plural of “entertainment” — an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

the ordinal number of fifty in counting order

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

a flash of light (especially reflected light)

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

past form of “glisten” — be shiny, as if wet

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

past form of “glow” — emit a steady even light without flames

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

arranged into groups

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

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

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

an aggressive and violent young criminal

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

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

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

impressive in appearance

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

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From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

not any; not one

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

something offered (as a proposal or bid)

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

relating to time long past

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

and nothing more

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

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From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

only a very short time before

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

cut into a desired shape

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

filled with shade

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

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

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

at the same instant

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

marked by the presence of snow

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

toned down

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

plural of “spectator” — a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind)

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

in a sullen manner

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

plural of “summit” — the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

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

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

in or at that place or location

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

past form of “thunder” — move fast, noisily, and heavily

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading To divert a hungry populace, now six months besieged, Bessas was offering entertainments such as suited the Saturnalian season.

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From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

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

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

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

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

in or at the place that

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

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

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading To-day he had invited Rome to the Circus Maximus, where, because no spectacle could be provided imposing enough to fill the whole vast space, half a dozen shows were presented simultaneously; the spectators grouped here and there, in number not a fiftieth part of that assembly which thundered at the chariots in olden time.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading All day the sun had shone brilliantly, but it glistened afar on snowy summits, and scarce softened the mountain wind which blew through the streets of Rome.

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 * * * * On a winter's day, at the hour of sundown, Heliodora sat in her great house on the Quirinal, musing sullenly.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading Beside her a brazier of charcoal glowed in the dusk, casting a warm glimmer upon the sculptured forms which were her only companions; she was wrapped in a scarlet cloak, with a hood which shadowed her face.