Chapter XVI

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

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

any specific behavior

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

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

From this reading HUSBAND AND WIFE.

-ing form of “announce” — make known; make an announcement

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

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

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

plural of “blast” — a very long fly ball

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

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

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

tending to bring about; being partly responsible for

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

without any others being included or involved

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

wear out completely

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

set up or found

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

a long necktie that is tied in a slipknot with one end hanging in front of the other

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

to a considerable degree

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

capital of the state of Montana; located in western Montana

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

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

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

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

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

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

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading HUSBAND AND WIFE.

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

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

a polite name for any woman

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

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From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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 It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

-ing form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

a state of confusion and disorderliness

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

not any; not one

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

plural of “passenger” — a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

in a regular manner

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

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

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

changing location by moving back and forth

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It happened precisely that on the day of her ladyship's return the Colonel had one of his frequent dinner-parties at the Hall--parties composed almost exclusively of militia officers, and already known in the regiment as the "Wenderholme mess."

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

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The Colonel had thought it prudent to prepare Lady Helena for his new acquisition by mentioning it in a letter, so that she experienced no shock of surprise when the four-in-hand came swinging heavily round the drive in front of the house, announcing itself with loud blasts from Ensign Featherby's cornet-à-piston.

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

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

two times

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

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

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

at the time that

From this reading When Lady Helena came back from London, she found the Wenderholme coach already in full activity.

which person or people

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading HUSBAND AND WIFE.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.

but in spite of that

From this reading It ran from Sootythorn to Wenderholme twice a week regularly with many passengers, who, so far from contributing to its maintenance, did but yet further exhaust the pocket of its proprietor.