Chapter VI

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

later than; following

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

struck with fear, dread, or consternation

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

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From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

past form of “appropriate” — give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

plural of “banana” — any of several tropical and subtropical treelike herbs of the genus Musa having a terminal crown of large entire leaves and usually bearing hanging clusters of elongated fruits

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

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

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

plural of “bench” — a long seat for more than one person

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

get temporarily

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

an employee of a bank who receives and pays out money

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

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

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

make void or empty of contents

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

tropical trees and shrubs with aromatic leaves and often valuable hard wood

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

in a physically fierce manner

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

possessive form of “ford” — United States film maker (1896-1973)

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

ride at a galloping pace

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

take the midday meal

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a midday meal

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

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

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

possessive form of “mary” — the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

without pity; in a merciless manner

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

and nothing more

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

plural of “orange” — round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

go across or through

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

inflected form of “pin” — to hold fast or prevent from moving

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

having or covered with or abounding in plumes

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

plural of “proprietor” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

free from harm or evil

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

an open automobile having a front seat and a rumble seat

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

done under pressure

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

food mixtures either arranged on a plate or tossed and served with a moist dressing; usually consisting of or including greens

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

past form of “shove” — come into rough contact with while moving

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

a compartment in a stable where a single animal is confined and fed

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

characterized by or performed with much energy or force

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

carry out

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

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From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

a game played with rackets by two or four players who hit a ball back and forth over a net that divides the court

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading EUGENIA FORD’S LUNCHEON THE success of the Tally-ho Tea-Shop’s opening day left the amazed proprietors somewhat aghast.

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

From this reading “They cry for fruit salad like children for castoria,” declared Babbie fiercely.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

create by training and teaching

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

having tucked or being tucked

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

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From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

precisely as stated

From this reading At twelve-thirty Georgia Ames appeared, very hot and hungry from a strenuous game of tennis, only to be mercilessly seized upon by Babbie and rushed off for more oranges and bananas.

a woman waiter

From this reading At twelve-fifteen Madeline appropriated Polly Eastman’s runabout and drove at a gallop to the Hinsdales’ to borrow Mary’s waitress and a fresh supply of linen and silver.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

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

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

at the time that

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

in the company of; together with

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading When Babbie Hildreth arrived at twelve, in a plumed hat and a trained gown, and with a lunch party of six in tow, things were already at such a pass that after a whispered word with Betty she shoved her guests hastily into the one empty stall, pinned up her train, tucked her plumed hat under one of the benches, and proceeded to take Betty’s place as cashier, so that Betty could go to the rescue of her well-nigh distracted cook.