used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
(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 "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
alteredadjectiveUS /ˈɔːltərd/
changed in form or character without becoming something else
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
beamnounUS /biːm/
a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
Belgrave
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From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
Blanche
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From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
boomingadjectiveUS /ˈbuːmɪŋ/
very lively and profitable
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
the two together, not just one
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
commandernounUS /kəˈmændər/
an officer in command of a military unit
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
considerablyadverbUS /kənˈsɪdərəbli/
to a great extent or degree
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
consortverbUS /kənˈsɔːrt/
keep company with; hang out with
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
DINNER-PARTY
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
eastwardadjectiveUS /ˈiːstwərd/
moving toward the east
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
usually; as a rule
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
the act of giving
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
the act of departing
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
Guardian-Mother
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From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
lectureverbUS /ˈlektʃər/
deliver a lecture or talk
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
parlancenounUS /ˈpɑːrləns/
a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
one of four equal parts
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
right-handadjectiveUS /raɪtˈhænd/
located on or directed toward the right
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
past form of “sail” — traverse or travel on (a body of water)
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
plural of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
starboardnounUS /ˈstɑːrbərd/
the right side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
variedadjectiveUS /ˈverid/
characterized by variety
From this reading She chose her own position, and it varied considerably at different times, though it was generally about half a mile from her consort.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A PLEASANT DINNER-PARTY AT SEA The Blanche was on the starboard beam of the Guardian-Mother, or, in shore parlance, she was on the right-hand side of her as both ships sailed to the eastward.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading "So she is," added the commander, as he observed her altered appearance for the first time; for he had been giving his whole attention to the lecture.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "Why, the Blanche is all dressed up as though she were going to a ball!" exclaimed Mrs. Belgrave, as the booming gun attracted the attention of the entire party.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading At the present time she had come within less than a quarter of a mile, as the sea was quite smooth.
