Chapter V

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

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

forming or resembling an arch

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

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

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “balcony” — an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

in a courageous manner

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

with brightness

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

past form of “challenge” — take exception to

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

plural of “cheer” — a cry or shout of approval

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

a flag that shows its nationality

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

plural of “drapery” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

with excitement; in an excited manner

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

past form of “festoon” — decorate with strings of flowers

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

your parents

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

brought together in one place

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

the act of departing

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

a school for students intermediate between elementary school and college; usually grades 9 to 12

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

ten 10s

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

weather unsuitable for outdoor activities

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

located, suited for, or taking place within a building

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

plural of “junior” — term of address for a disrespectful and annoying male

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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 The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

set afire or burning

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

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 In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

move something or somebody to a lower position

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

most important element

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

march in a procession

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

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

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

above and across; more than

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

plural of “platform” — a raised horizontal surface

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “recess” — a state of abeyance or suspended business

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

past form of “relegate” — refer to another person for decision or judgment

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

precisely, exactly

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

past form of “rope” — catch with a lasso

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “rope” — a strong line

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

plural of “runner” — someone who imports or exports without paying duties

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

an area that includes places where several people can sit

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

plural of “senior” — an undergraduate student during the year preceding graduation

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

the act of singing vocal music

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

plural of “standard” — a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

past form of “struggle” — make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading In front of them long draperies of class colors festooned the railing, and class challenged class with cheers and songs, and the Hillton band struggled bravely with a popular march.

not permanent; not lasting

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

in or at that place or location

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

the topmost one of two

From this reading The four classes had gathered each to itself as far as was possible; the seniors on the left, the upper middle class on the right, the lower middle at one end of the hall and the juniors at the other.

past form of “view” — deem to be

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

(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 THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

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

From this reading THE INDOOR MEETING The gymnasium was brilliantly lighted, and the seats that had been placed under the balconies were well filled, for, despite the inclemency of the weather, the town folks had turned out in force for the indoor meeting.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

during the time that

From this reading The floor had been cleared of standards and bars, while ropes, rings, and trapezes had been relegated to the dim recesses of the arching roof.

which person or people

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A running track had been roped off on the main floor, with inclined platforms at the corners of the hall to aid the runners at the turns, while the regular track above was turned into a temporary gallery from which the fellows who were not going to compete--and there were about a hundred and fifty of them--viewed the fun, leaning far over the railing, laughing, shouting, and singing excitedly.