Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

helpful in bringing about a harmonious adaptation

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

a line of approach

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a container that is usually woven and has handles

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

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From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

very lively and profitable

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

plural of “bottle” — a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

a small piece of paper that is supposed to be removed when a hole is punched in a card or paper tape

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a dark purplish-red color

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

possessive form of “colonel” — a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

willing to entrust personal matters

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

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From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

true confidential information

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a movement into or inward

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

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

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

-ing form of “groan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a retail merchant who sells foodstuffs (and some household supplies)

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

and nothing more

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

(Yiddish) a big shot who knows it and acts that way; a boastful immoderate person

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

informal terms for money

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

hear with intention

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

plural of “luxury” — something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

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From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

plural of “necessity” — the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

out of fashion

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a place of business for retailing goods

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

fully extended especially in length

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

the person in charge of a post office

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

existing or coming before

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

plural of “proclivity” — a natural inclination

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

plural of “seek” — the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

make square

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

a flight of stairs or a flight of steps

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

having something on top

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

under the level of the ground

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.

plural of “want” — a state of extreme poverty

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

at the time that

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

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

From this reading _The Garden Spot of Virginia seeks an Outlet to the Sea_ Chad was just entering the small gate which shut off the underground passage when I arrived opposite the colonel's cozy quarters.

which person or people

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

slender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork

From this reading It was quite evident that the colonel expected guests, for Chad was groaning under a square wicker basket, containing, among other luxuries and necessities, half a dozen bottles of claret, a segment of cheese, and some heads of lettuce; the whole surmounted by a clean leather-covered pass-book inscribed with the name and avenue number of the confiding and accommodating grocer who supplied the colonel's daily wants.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I had come to listen to the details of that booming enterprise with the epidemic proclivities, the discussion of which had been cut short by the length of time it had taken to kill the postmaster the night before.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading I followed, mounted the old-fashioned wooden steps, and fell into the outstretched arms of the colonel before I could touch the knocker.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "De colonel an' Misser Fizpat'ic bofe waitin' for you, sah," said that obsequious darky, preceding me through the dark passage.