Chapter XVII

higher than, or over, something

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

open to or abounding in fresh air

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

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

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

completely unclothed

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

a top worn by women

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

plural of “bomb” — an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

a quality that outshines the usual

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

plural of “butterfly” — diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

plural of “calf” — young of domestic cattle

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

patterned with alternating squares of color

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

furnished or concealed with curtains or draperies

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

the younger brother of Edwy who became king of Northumbria when it renounced Edwy; on Edwy's death he succeeded to the throne of England (944-975)

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

apart from; not including

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

showing the parts of something separated but in positions that show their correct relation to one another

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

plural of “fissure” — a long narrow depression in a surface

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

having unpredictable ups and downs

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

pleasant-smelling

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

not furnished with glass

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

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

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

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

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

past form of “hover” — be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

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

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

(used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

plural of “lily” — any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

not any; not one

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

the middle of the day

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

an ornamental flower garden; beds and paths are arranged to form a pattern

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

plural of “pavement” — the paved surface of a thoroughfare

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

sufficiently fat so as to have a pleasing fullness of figure

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

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

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

make (images or sounds) soft or softer

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

impressive in appearance

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

not in physical motion

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

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From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

plural of “terrace” — usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

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

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

plural of “trace” — a just detectable amount

From this reading IN summer-time, always, Marcia and nature together did much to soften the traces of that terrible event in the history of the old house.

resembling waves in form or outline or motion

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

having a variety of colors

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

plural of “vine” — a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

capable of being seen; or open to easy view

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

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

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.

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

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

at the time that

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

in or at the place that

From this reading In the black fissures in the stone wall of the terraces, and the curb of the pavements, where bombs had exploded, lilies grew tall and stately.

which person or people

From this reading It was close upon noon when Estwicke checked his horse on the drive next day, and no one was visible except Edgar, who stood upon the front steps in an airy costume of bare feet and plump calves, brown linen knickerbockers and blouse.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading Flowering vines curtained such of its windows as were still left glassless.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The parterre was splendid with variegated color, and above it hovered always the fluctuating brilliancy of humming-birds and butterflies, that seemed themselves some impalpable undulatory blossoming of the fragrant air.