used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
alliedadjectiveUS /əˈlaɪd/
related by common characteristics or ancestry
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
approachesnounUS /əˈproʊtʃəz/
plural of “approach” — ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
attachverbUS /əˈtætʃ/
cause to be attached
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
brought into existence
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
a youthful male person
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
BURIALnounUS /ˈberiəl/
the ritual placing of a corpse in a grave
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
caressesnounUS /kərˈesɪz/
plural of “caress” — a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
in a close relation or position in time or space
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
defendsverbUS /dɪˈfendz/
third-person singular of “defend” — argue or speak in defense of
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
favorsnounUS /ˈfeɪvərz/
plural of “favor” — an act of gracious kindness
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
fondleverbUS /ˈfɔːndəl/
touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
generationsnounUS /ˌdʒenərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “generation” — all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
a young female
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
guardsnounUS /ɡɑːrdz/
plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
he's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
kittennounUS /ˈkɪtən/
young domestic cat
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
lickingnounUS /ˈlɪkɪŋ/
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
master'snounUS /ˈmæstərz/
possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
a particular point in time
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
as might be expected
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
not any; not one
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
a human being
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
puppynounUS /ˈpʌpi/
a young dog
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
RHINESnounUS /raɪnz/
plural of “rhine” — United States parapsychologist (1895-1980)
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
precisely, exactly
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
shyverbUS /ʃaɪ/
start suddenly, as from fright
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
smallestadjectiveUS /ˈsmɔːləst/
superlative of “small” — limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
smilesnounUS /smaɪlz/
plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading He lives in his master’s smiles, defends his person, guards his property, and is grateful for the smallest favors.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
spitverbUS /spɪt/
expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
carry out
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
in or at that place or location
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
TIGE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading DEATH AND BURIAL OF TIGE RHINES.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THERE is no animal that seems to be so closely allied to man as the dog.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading In respect to other animals, they are naturally shy; we must attach them to us by food and caresses.
which person or people
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
wontedadjective
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
but in spite of that
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Take, for instance, a kitten, born in the house, and her parents before her for generations; yet the moment it gets its eyes open, it will round up its back, and spit at the little boy or girl who approaches to fondle it, and must be wonted; but a puppy, why, the moment his eyes are open, he’s right on to you, and you have hard work to keep him from licking your face.
