used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
automobilenounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
automobilesnounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːlz/
plural of “automobile” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
make by combining materials and parts
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
carsnounUS /kɑːrz/
plural of “car” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
constructionnounUS /kənˈstrʌkʃən/
the act of constructing something
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
true confidential information
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
devicesnounUS /dɪˈvaɪsəz/
an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase “left to your own devices”
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
ELECTRICadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪk/
using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
electricaladjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪkəl/
relating to or concerned with electricity
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
electrically-equipped
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From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
electricitynounUS /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/
a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
divisible by two
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
explanationsnounUS /ˌekspləˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
the point or degree to which something extends
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
failsverbUS /feɪlz/
third-person singular of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
gainingverbUS /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
gasolinenounUS /ˈɡæsəliːn/
a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
gasoline-driven
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From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
illustrationsnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃənz/
plural of “illustration” — artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
improvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpruːvd/
made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
maintainverbUS /meɪnˈteɪn/
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
engage in
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
mechanicnounUS /məˈkænɪk/
a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
mechanic's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
mechanismnounUS /ˈmekənɪzəm/
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
used to form the superlative
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
motorsnounUS /ˈmoʊtərz/
plural of “motor” — machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
absolutely essential
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
and nothing more
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
originallyadverbUS /ərˈɪdʒənəli/
in an original manner
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
pertainsverbUS /pərˈteɪnz/
third-person singular of “pertain” — be relevant to
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/
plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
repairnounUS /rɪˈper/
the act of putting something in working order again
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
repairsnounUS /rɪˈperz/
plural of “repair” — the act of putting something in working order again
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
requiresverbUS /riˈkwaɪərz/
third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
respondverbUS /rɪˈspɑːnd/
show a response or a reaction to something
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
scopenounUS /skoʊp/
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
setsnounUS /sets/
plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
in the near future
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
at a steady rate or pace
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
technicaladjectiveUS /ˈteknɪkəl/
of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
tractionnounUS /ˈtrækʃən/
the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
the act of using
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading There never has been any question as to the value of electric motors for traction service.
VEHICLESnounUS /ˈviːhɪkəlz/
plural of “vehicle” — a conveyance that transports people or objects
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
at the time that
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
in or at the place that
From this reading It is a long and difficult study to understand the electrical details necessary to build, repair, or maintain electric cars, but it is part of the general mechanic’s duty to understand where the troubles lie, when the mechanism fails to respond, and most of the electrical devices are now so made that the ordinary mechanic is able to make repairs, even though he may not have a technical knowledge of electricity.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading ELECTRIC VEHICLES The construction of electrically-equipped cars is one which requires pages of explanations and illustrations to do it justice.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The scope of the present work was originally intended to cover only gasoline-driven cars, so that this chapter, which in a measure only sets forth the manner in which such automobiles are built, will more particularly point out the mechanism which pertains to the operation, and the care needed to maintain them.
a late time of life
From this reading Within the past five years this type of automobile has been improved to such an extent that it is steadily gaining ground, and their use growing to such a degree that it may soon become a great rival of the gasoline car, especially for pleasure purposes.
