used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
ABOVEprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
AllennounUS /ˈælən/
United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
BASSETT'S
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From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
rid of obstructions
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
Dan
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From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
democracynounUS /dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
dependsverbUS /dɪˈpendz/
third-person singular of “depend” — be contingent upon (something that is elided)
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
exasperatedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzæspəreɪtɪd/
greatly annoyed; out of patience
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
flatteringadjectiveUS /ˈflætərɪŋ/
showing or representing to advantage
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Dan himself had no illusions in the matter.
Harwood
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From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Dan himself had no illusions in the matter.
hopingverbUS /ˈhoʊpɪŋ/
-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
hotelsnounUS /hoʊˈtelz/
plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
illusionsnounUS /ˌɪˈluːʒənz/
plural of “illusion” — an erroneous mental representation
From this reading Dan himself had no illusions in the matter.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
joiningnounUS /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
localadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkəl/
relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
MAPverbUS /mæp/
make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Dan himself had no illusions in the matter.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
come together
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
millionaire'snounUS /ˌmɪljəˈnerz/
possessive form of “millionaire” — a person whose material wealth is valued at more than a million dollars
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
newspapersnounUS /ˈnuːzpeɪpərz/
plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
not any; not one
From this reading Dan himself had no illusions in the matter.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
many times at short intervals
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
filled with bewilderment
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
representativesnounUS /ˌreprəˈzentətɪvz/
plural of “representative” — a person who represents others
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
cut with a saw
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
a male human offspring
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
ThatchernounUS /ˈθætʃər/
British stateswoman; first woman to serve as Prime Minister (born in 1925)
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE MAP ABOVE BASSETT'S DESK Sometimes, in the rapid progress of their acquaintance, Allen Thatcher exasperated Harwood, but more often he puzzled and interested him.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading To be thought a Type may be flattering or not; it depends upon the point of view.
visitsnounUS /ˈvɪzɪts/
plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was clear that the millionaire's son saw or thought he saw in Dan a Type.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading Allen wanted to see and if possible meet the local characters of whom he read in the newspapers; and he began joining Harwood in visits to the hotels at night, hoping that these wonderful representatives of American democracy might appear.
