Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

plural of “amusement” — a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

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

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

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

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

plural of “athlete” — a person trained to compete in sports

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

with attention; in an attentive manner

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

for the reason that

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

terminate

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

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

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

past form of “cull” — remove something that has been rejected

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

made less in size or amount or degree

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

the ratio of the output to the input of any system

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

the pleasure felt when having a good time

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

divisible by two

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

set up or found

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

press or grind with a crushing noise

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

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

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

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

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

and nothing more

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

similar in quality or character

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

hear with intention

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

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 REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

in an essential manner

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

not any; not one

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

plural of “performance” — a dramatic or musical entertainment

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

the act of playing a musical instrument

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

excluded from use or mention

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

plural of “recollection” — the ability to recall past occurrences

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

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From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

plural of “reminiscence” — a mental impression retained and recalled from the past

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

serving to bring to mind

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

creating thread

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

a smallest army unit

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

a cooperative unit (especially in sports)

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

express in words

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

plural of “theater” — a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading In his day Reddy had taken part in almost every branch of sport, and could tell stories about them all.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

one who trains other persons or animals

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

activity leading to skilled behavior

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

plural of “victory” — a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

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

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Reddy, it is true, prohibited theaters and kindred amusements, because they necessarily meant late hours, and late hours, as the trainer well knew, meant decreased efficiency, both physical and mental.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."

at any time that; every time that

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

during the time that

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading REDDY'S RECOLLECTIONS IN spite of the trainer's autocratic rule, the life of the team while in training was not just one long grind, without any recreation to break the monotony.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Whenever the members of the squad found him in a reminiscent mood, all other amusements were suspended, and they would listen attentively to the little trainer's reminiscences of victories won on field and track.

the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events

From this reading Nevertheless, he had no objection to the athletes playing quiet games of an evening, provided they were well up in their studies, and sometimes even contributed to the general enjoyment by spinning some yarn culled from his own vast store of "past performances."