used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
(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 "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
ashoreadverbUS /əˈʃɔːr/
towards the shore from the water
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
capesnounUS /keɪps/
plural of “cape” — a strip of land projecting into a body of water
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
confidentlyadverbUS /ˈkɑːnfədəntli/
with confidence; in a confident manner
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
coveringnounUS /ˈkʌvərɪŋ/
a natural object that covers or envelops
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading La Salle drew out his watch.
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
frostnounUS /frɔːst/
ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
goosenounUS /ɡuːs/
web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
water frozen in the solid state
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
interposed
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From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
INVENTORYnounUS /ˌɪnvənˈtɔːri/
a detailed list of all the items in stock
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
lun
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
a condition requiring relief
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading La Salle drew out his watch.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
pickingnounUS /ˈpɪkɪŋ/
the quantity of a crop that is harvested
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
Regnar
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From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
Salle
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From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
the context and environment in which something is set
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
Sposum
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From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
STOVEnounUS /stoʊv/
a kitchen appliance used for cooking food
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
thawnounUS /θɔː/
the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading "Sposum tide turn, ice lun down to capes, then get ashore," said Peter, confidently.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading TAKING AN INVENTORY.--SETTING UP THE STOVE.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
WaringverbUS /ˈwerɪŋ/
-ing form of “ware” — spend extravagantly
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
look attentively
From this reading La Salle drew out his watch.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "Let us skin the birds, for it may be that we shall be unable to land for several days, and if so, we shall need all the covering we can get, for this thaw is sure to be followed by a severe frost or two."
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
at the time that
From this reading Peter was already picking a dead goose, and Regnar and Waring were about to follow his example, when La Salle interposed.
