Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

later than; following

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

a large-scale farming enterprise

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

(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 All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

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From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

separated or at a distance in place or position or time

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

plural of “assistant” — a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

(microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

the past participle of “be”

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

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From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

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From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

plural of “crop” — the yield from plants in a single growing season

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

fertilization by the union of male and female gametes from different individual of the same species

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

the act of digging

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

past form of “drown” — cover completely or make imperceptible

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

easy and not involved or complicated

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

make certain of

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

past form of “estimate” — judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

plural of “farmer” — a person who operates a farm

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

(comparative of “fine”) greater in quality or excellence

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

(of a bird) having reached full development with fully grown adult plumage; ready to fly

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

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

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

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

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

plural of “interval” — a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “kind” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

of an obscure nature

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

and nothing more

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

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From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

(used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

a range horse of the western United States

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

concerned with actual use or practice

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

in some classifications considered a superphylum or a subkingdom; comprises flagellates; ciliates; sporozoans; amoebas; foraminifers

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

the act of rotating as if on an axis

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

an educational institution

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

of or relating to the practice of science

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

plural of “seed” — a small hard fruit

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

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

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

plural of “soil” — the state of being covered with unclean things

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

reading carefully with intent to remember

From this reading The "Land Classes" had, however, been studying the scientific side of the matter.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

the rays of the sun

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"

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

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

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

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

plural of “weather” — the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

at the time that

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They had analysed soils, estimated the rainfall, and examined the germination of seeds; they understood such mysterious terms as bacteria, protozoa, cotyledons, trenching and ridging, cross-fertilization and spermatozoids, and had some elementary acquaintance with the theory of the rotation of crops.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Crusoe Island When the days grew a little finer, and it was possible to venture out of doors without being almost drowned, Miss Chadwick began to put the "Principles of Agriculture" into practical application.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading All through the winter she and her assistants--Miss Carr and Miss Ormrod--had worked in all weathers looking after the poultry, the pony, and the new greenhouse, but it was only at rare intervals that it had been possible for the school to turn out and do digging in the garden.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading They felt like full-fledged farmers when Miss Chadwick wrote on the black-board such questions as:-- "How far apart should different kinds of orchard trees be planted to ensure enough sunlight?"