Chapter XI

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

past form of “accord” — go together

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

having a broad or rounded end

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

a military trainee (as at a military academy)

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

an acquaintance that you go to school with

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

past form of “cow” — subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

of or characteristic of a dictator

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

in a disrespectful manner

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

English explorer and admiral who was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe and who helped to defeat the Spanish Armada (1540-1596)

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

promote over another

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

the act of departing

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

destroyed or killed

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

plural of “groan” — an utterance expressing pain or disapproval

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

-ing form of “incite” — give an incentive for action

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

angered at something unjust or wrong

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

plural of “midshipman” — a temporary rank held by young naval officers in training

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

a form of address for a man

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

plural of “murmur” — a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

open rebellion against constituted authority (especially by seamen or soldiers against their officers)

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

not any; not one

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

above and across; more than

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

past form of “protest” — utter words of protest

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

inflected form of “ring” — sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

showing reason or sound judgment

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

inspiring scornful pity

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

the utterance of intelligible speech

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

past form of “subside” — wear off or die down

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

a person who directs and manages an organization

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

of high or superior quality or performance

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

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

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

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

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "THREE GROANS FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT" Great was the delight of first classmen at the privilege of theatre liberty, a rare privilege for midshipmen; and loud and deep were the indignant murmurs of midshipmen other than first classmen to whom this privilege was not accorded.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading "There's no reason, no reasonable reason why the second and third classmen should not go," protested Third Classman Blunt at supper.

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

From this reading Harry Blunt was plainly cowed and subsided for a time; but later said in a low tone to a classmate sitting on his right: "I'm going out anyway; it won't be the first time I have gone over the wall."

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I'm in favor of the whole third class going in a body; we'll show the authorities what we think of the commandant's ridiculous treatment----" "Mr. Blunt, you are called to order," rang out the sharp, dictatorial voice of Cadet Lieutenant Drake, sitting at the head of the table.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You are inciting mutiny and speaking disrespectfully of your superior officers."