Chapter XI

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

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

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

a youthful male person

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Chinese descent

From this reading It was, in fact, a gaunt, sad-eyed Chinaman.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

a specialized division of a large organization

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

past form of “erect” — construct, build, or erect

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading It was, in fact, a gaunt, sad-eyed Chinaman.

having an (over)abundance of flesh

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

plural of “fold” — an angular or rounded shape made by folding

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading HIS NAME WAS MEEN FUN.

very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold

From this reading It was, in fact, a gaunt, sad-eyed Chinaman.

a person of German nationality

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

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

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

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

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading HIS NAME WAS MEEN FUN.

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

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

From this reading It was, in fact, a gaunt, sad-eyed Chinaman.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

a small worthless amount

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

and nothing more

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading HIS NAME WAS MEEN FUN.

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading HIS NAME WAS MEEN FUN.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

held or filled or in use

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

a human being

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

past form of “push” — move with force

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading It was, in fact, a gaunt, sad-eyed Chinaman.

cut with a saw

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading A second glance, however, assured him it was altogether a different sort of person from the fat German boy.

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

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

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

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

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

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

From this reading HIS NAME WAS MEEN FUN.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading He saw a figure poking around the cook stove under the awning erected to protect the cooking department from the weather, and his first idea was that it was Meyer preparing an early breakfast.

at the time that

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.

inflected form of “wake” — be awake, be alert, be there

From this reading The sun was just rising above the distant horizon next morning when Jack woke up, pushed open the folds of the canvas of the tent occupied by himself and Charlie Fox, and looked out.