Chapter VII

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

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

how long something has existed

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

(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 This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

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

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

a youthful male person

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

a person who makes or repairs shoes

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

plural of “commissary” — a retail store that sells equipment and provisions (usually to military personnel)

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

An unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by the walls of a house.

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

in a manner or to a degree that dazzles the beholder

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

to come or go into

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

an opening that permits escape or release

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

a social unit living together

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

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

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

-ing form of “guard” — to keep watch over

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

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

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

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

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

being in captivity

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

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

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

a militant organization of Irish nationalists who used terrorism and guerilla warfare in an effort to drive British forces from Northern Ireland and achieve a united independent Ireland

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

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From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

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

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

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

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

having branches or flower heads that bend downward

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

above and across; more than

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

the paved surface of a thoroughfare

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

in the near future

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

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

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

the month following August and preceding October

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

do one's shopping

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

the rays of the sun

From this reading Pere Lefevre sat in a chair outside the door, nodding in the sunshine, for it was mid-afternoon and trade was dull.

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.

with vigor; in a vigorous manner

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

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

From this reading ENTER THE COBBLER,--EXIT THE KING The warm September sun shone dazzlingly on the pavement before the _buvette_ or tavern of Pere Lefevre.

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

From this reading This shop was situated in the outer courtyard of the Temple Tower, and enjoyed the trade of all the soldiers, guards and commissaries employed in guarding the imprisoned king and his family.

the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture

From this reading Presently through the great gate and down the courtyard strolled a boy, whistling vigorously the "Ca ira!"

a late time of life

From this reading He was a little over twelve years of age, strong and long-limbed.