used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
(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 “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
a flexible container with a single opening
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
bearingsnounUS /ˈberɪŋz/
plural of “bearing” — relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
blankadjectiveUS /blæŋk/
(of a surface) not written or printed on
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
Croxton
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From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
dazedadjectiveUS /deɪzd/
in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
diamondsnounUS /ˈdaɪməndz/
plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
DISMISSEDadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
a person who is older than you are
From this reading The elder man recovered himself first.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The elder man recovered himself first.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
hold firmly
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading The elder man recovered himself first.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
intimatelyadverbUS /ˈɪntəmətli/
in a close manner
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
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 His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The elder man recovered himself first.
the force of workers available
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
not any; not one
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
packetnounUS /ˈpækət/
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
parcelnounUS /ˈpɑːrsəl/
a wrapped container
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
without much difficulty
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
freed from illness or injury
From this reading The elder man recovered himself first.
resoluteadjectiveUS /ˈrezəluːt/
firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
resultsnounUS /rɪˈzʌlts/
plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
RICHARD
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
shiftedverbUS /ˈʃɪftɪd/
past form of “shift” — make a shift in or exchange of
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
past form of “stare” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
stupefiedadjective
as if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise
From this reading Croxton seemed dazed and stupefied beyond the power of speech.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
in or at that place or location
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
unlockedadjectiveUS /ənˈlɑːkt/
not firmly fastened or secured
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
at the time that
From this reading “But they were there, all of them, when we shifted them the other morning, the packet of notes, the bag of diamonds, the parcel of papers.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
which person or people
From this reading His was a strong, resolute character, and it was always said of him by those who knew him intimately, that no man could grasp the bearings of an unexpected situation more readily.
in the company of; together with
From this reading RICHARD IS DISMISSED For an instant the two men stared at each other in blank amazement as they stood in front of the big safe, the door of which had been unlocked with such startling results.
