used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
acquaintverbUS /əˈkweɪnt/
cause to come to know personally
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
aeroplanenoun
an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
matters of personal concern
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
filled with fear or apprehension
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
AndersonnounUS /ˈændərsən/
United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941)
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
Andy
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From this reading Andy chuckled.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
attachmentnounUS /əˈtætʃmənt/
a feeling of affection for a person or an institution
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
BasedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
chuckledverbUS /ˈtʃʌkəld/
past form of “chuckle” — laugh quietly or with restraint
From this reading Andy chuckled.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
examinationnounUS /ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
hastyadjectiveUS /ˈheɪsti/
excessively quick
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
improvementsnounUS /ˌɪmˈpruːvmənts/
plural of “improvement” — a change for the better; progress in development
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
an intermediate platform in a staircase
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
engage in
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
used to form the superlative
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
OsbornenounUS /ˈɔːzbɔːrn/
English playwright (1929-1994)
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
PELICANnounUS /ˈpeləkən/
large long-winged warm-water seabird having a large bill with a distensible pouch for fish
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
by chance
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
reinforcementsnounUS /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsmənts/
plural of “reinforcement” — a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
ruddernounUS /ˈrʌdər/
a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
do one's shopping
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
skilletnounUS /ˈskɪlət/
a pan used for frying foods
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
skisnounUS /skiːz/
plural of “ski” — narrow wood or metal or plastic runners used in pairs for gliding over snow
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
suspiciousadjectiveUS /səˈspɪʃəs/
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, before actual labor began, Captain Anderson suggested that they go into the house for a few moments.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
wheelsnounUS /wiːlz/
plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He knew that the captain wanted to acquaint his suspicious wife with the turn in affairs――possibly the captain was afraid that Mrs. Osborne might make a real attack with her skillet.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
but in spite of that
From this reading As most of the work yet to be done, such as the attachment of the rudder, landing skis, and wheels, would increase the car so much in size that it could not be taken in and out of the shop, everything was immediately moved out of doors.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading THE PELICAN MAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT Based on his hasty examination of the aeroplane, young Osborne instantly suggested a few improvements or reinforcements.
