Chapter XXV · Chapter 25

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

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

filled with fear or apprehension

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

third-person singular of “bate” — moderate or restrain; lessen the force of

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

in bodily form

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

of a stringed instrument; sounded by stroking with a bow

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

stubbornly unyielding

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

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 Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

past form of “house” — contain or cover

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

structures collectively in which people are housed

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

for more time

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

easily agitated

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

a severe or trying experience

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in success. (Sự kiên trì, bền bỉ không bỏ cuộc.)

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

pull or pull out sharply

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

the French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence River

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

not used up

From this reading In his nervous state the ordeal of meeting fresh friends seemed as great, indeed, as that involved in the remaining journey.

inflected form of “sap” — deplete

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

the act of causing something to go (especially messages)

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

create by training and teaching

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

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

From this reading That afternoon Alec Trenholme had essayed to bring his friend John Bates to Chellaston.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

precisely as stated

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

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

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

a flaw or weak point

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Bates was in a very feeble state, bowed with asthma, and exhausted by a cough that seemed to be sapping his life.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading As the hours of travel wore on, Bates's dogged pluck and perseverance had to give way to his bodily weakness, but they had reached a station quite near Chellaston before he allowed himself to be taken out of the train and housed for the night in a railway inn.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Afraid to keep him longer in the lodging they had taken in Quebec, and in the stifling summer heat that was upon, the narrow streets of that city, but uncertain as to what length of journey he would be able to go, Alec started without sending further notice.