Chapter XVII

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

later than; following

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

how long something has existed

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

(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 The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

characterized by intense emotion

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

past form of “assail” — attack someone physically or emotionally

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

inflected form of “awake” — stop sleeping

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

(of offspring) generated by procreation

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

a long seat for more than one person

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

next to; at the side of

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

past form of “blink” — briefly shut the eyes

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

cause to be bored

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

plural of “break” — some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

in a busy manner

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a low-lying region in central France

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

past form of “contrast” — put in opposition to show or emphasize differences

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

the first light of day

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

a man's close-fitting jacket; worn during the Renaissance

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

untroubled by dreams

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the totality of surrounding conditions

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

divisible by two

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

having a debilitating effect

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

opinion or judgment

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a Roman Catholic friar wearing the grey habit of the Franciscan order

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

a person of French nationality

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

plural of “garment” — an article of clothing

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

be shiny, as if wet

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

like the sounds of frogs and crows

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

unpleasantly stern

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

excessively quick

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

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

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

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

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

temporary military shelter

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

staying power

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

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

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

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 IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

be amazed at

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

pertaining to or occurring in the morning

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

tediously repetitious or lacking in variety

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

the leaf of a conifer

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

lower

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

plural of “peril” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

past form of “plait” — make by braiding or interlacing

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

-ing form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

past form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

plural of “reed” — tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

with restored energy

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

separated in relationship by a given degree of descent

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

plural of “rent” — a payment or series of payments made by the lessee to an owner for use of some property, facility, equipment, or service

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

past form of “repair” — restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

affording physical or mental rest

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

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From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

plural of “shout” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

inflected form of “sleep” — be asleep

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

not in physical motion

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

act of expanding by lengthening or widening

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

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From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The day was nearly ten hours of age before the Frenchman, stretching his arms and legs to their full length, awoke suddenly, and, with a smile upon his lips and a gleam of happiness in his eyes, recalled instantly the marvel which had made his present environment, with all its perils, a delight to his refreshed and ardent soul.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

in the direction of

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course

From this reading Turning on his side he raised his head, rested it upon his hand, and glanced toward the centre of the room, which still bore marks of the disorder begotten by the hasty flight of the disguised Franciscan and his charge.

having no precedent; novel

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

characterized by variety

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Squatting upon the ground beside a bench, upon which rested de Sancerre’s nether garments, sat old Noco, busily plying her fish-bone needle, while she repaired the many rents in his doublet and crooned a monotonous chant in a harsh, guttural voice.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

during the time that

From this reading Suddenly he discovered that while he slept his outer garments had been removed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

plural of “worshipper” — a person who has religious faith

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.

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

From this reading IN WHICH DE SANCERRE BREAKS HIS FAST AND SMILES Worn out with the exhausting experiences of long hours, unprecedented, even in his varied career, for the many contrasted emotions with which they had assailed him, de Sancerre had thrown himself, fully dressed, upon a bed of plaited reeds in Noco’s hut, and, despite his inclination to muse upon the joy and wonder of the day’s concluding episode, had fallen into a dreamless, restful sleep, which still wrapped him in its benign embrace long after the sun-god had blinked at the matutinal shouts with which the shining orb was greeted by its worshippers at dawn.