Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

any plant of the genus Canna having large sheathing leaves and clusters of large showy flowers

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

marked by blithe unconcern

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading Jess looked quickly at the clock.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "The Lord preserv's!" cried Leeby.

with desperation

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

a ridge of sand created by the wind; found in deserts or near lakes and oceans

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

with excitement; in an excited manner

From this reading "Half fower!" she said, excitedly.

decreasing in amount or degree

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

start firing a weapon

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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From this reading "Half fower!" she said, excitedly.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading "Half fower!" she said, excitedly.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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From this reading Jess looked quickly at the clock.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading Jess looked quickly at the clock.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading "The Lord preserv's!" cried Leeby.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

-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 PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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From this reading "The Lord preserv's!" cried Leeby.

one of four equal parts

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

with speed

From this reading Jess looked quickly at the clock.

get something; come into possession of

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Half fower!" she said, excitedly.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading "Half fower!" she said, excitedly.

a slice of meat cut from the fleshy part of an animal or large fish

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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

From this reading "Then it canna be dune," said Leeby, falling despairingly into a chair, "for they may be here ony meenute."

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

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

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

at the time that

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.

in the company of; together with

From this reading PREPARING TO RECEIVE COMPANY Leeby was at the fire brandering a quarter of steak on the tongs, when the house was flung into consternation by Hendry's casual remark that he had seen Tibbie Mealmaker in the town with her man.