used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
ABDUCTIONnounUS /æbˈdʌkʃən/
the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relationship and against the wife
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
the act of burning something
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
carvingnounUS /ˈkɑːrvɪŋ/
a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
charcoalnounUS /ˈtʃɑːrkoʊl/
a carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic matter in the absence of air
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
clearingnounUS /ˈklɪrɪŋ/
a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
without stop or interruption
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
a small house with a single story
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
doorposts
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From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
eavesnounUS /iːvz/
the overhang at the lower edge of a roof
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
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From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
logverbUS /lɔːɡ/
enter into a log, as on ships and planes
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
make or become more narrow or restricted
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
northwardsadverb
in a northern direction
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
OrnamentalnounUS /ˌɔːrnəˈmentəl/
any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
pacesnounUS /ˈpeɪsɪz/
plural of “pace” — the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
a course of conduct
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
peasantnounUS /ˈpezənt/
a country person
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
a collection of objects laid on top of each other
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
pinesnounUS /paɪnz/
plural of “pine” — a coniferous tree
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
raisesnounUS /ˈreɪzəz/
plural of “raise” — the amount a salary is increased
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
RussiannounUS /ˈrʌʃən/
a native or inhabitant of Russia
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
tempestnounUS /ˈtempəst/
a violent commotion or disturbance
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
tenantnounUS /ˈtenənt/
someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
thatchnounUS /θætʃ/
hair resembling thatched roofing material
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
timbernounUS /ˈtɪmbər/
the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
unroofedadjective
having no roof
From this reading Ornamental carving marked the eaves and doorposts, and on the straw thatch rested heavy stones, placed there to prevent the cottage from being unroofed by tempest.
vehiclenounUS /ˈviːhɪkəl/
a conveyance that transports people or objects
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
Viborgnoun
a town of Denmark in north central Jutland
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
at the time that
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
Wilfrid
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From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
WILFRID'S
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From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
in the company of; together with
From this reading After a few hundred paces the path opened out into a little clearing, in the middle of which stood a rough log cabin, such as the Russian peasant raises with his own hand.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The tenant was already at work preparing a pile of timber for charcoal burning.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Wilfrid liked the look of the man, and felt that any trust placed in him would not be betrayed.
an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)
From this reading WILFRID’S ABDUCTION It was past five o’clock when Wilfrid sprang from the coach on the Viborg Road and disappeared down the narrow path that wound through a forest of pines, while the vehicle continued on its way northwards.
