Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a line of approach

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement)

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

rid of obstructions

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

plural of “crowd” — a large number of things or people considered together

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a paving stone forming part of a curb

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

having lost your job

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

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

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

plural of “echo” — the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

a small high-pitched flute similar to a piccolo; has a shrill tone and is used chiefly to accompany drums in a marching band

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

-ing form of “form” — create (as an entity)

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

inflected form of “grab” — take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

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

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

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

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

plural of “hoof” — the foot of an ungulate mammal

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

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

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a protective covering that protects an inside surface

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

any art that invokes supernatural powers

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind)

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

(of persons) befitting a warrior

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a particular point in time

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

relating to or characteristic of mysticism

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

being perceived or observed

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

a ceremonial procession including people marching

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

plural of “policeman” — a member of a police force

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

the sound of a bell ringing

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

plural of “shout” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

put, fix, force, or implant

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

agitating a liquid with an implement

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

plural of “strain” — (physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

cut a female screw thread with a tap

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

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

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

a large gathering of people

From this reading He grabbed his hat and stick, and joined the throng that packed the sidewalk.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

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

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

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

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading He had dismissed the matter from his mind and was startled about an hour later to hear the tap of a drum on the street, then a martial air by a band, followed by the clatter of horses' hoofs and the shouts of policemen clearing the way.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

at the time that

From this reading A MYSTICAL PARADE When Dr. Earl arrived at his hotel he noticed crowds of people gathering on the sidewalk, and lining up along the curbstone further down the avenue, evidently expecting a parade of some sort.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

past form of “witness” — be a witness to

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading As if by magic, the street was now filled with women, arranging themselves in marching order, with the shout of command ringing clear upon the air, and down Fifth Avenue as far as he could see, other columns of women were forming to the strains of military music and to the stirring echoes of fife and drum.

past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something

From this reading Throwing open a window, he witnessed a sight that dazed him for a moment, and he wondered whether or not he really was in an American city.