used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
the performance of a part or role in a drama
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
in addition
From this reading The station-master also remained on duty.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
Camp'snounUS /kæmps/
possessive form of “camp” — temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
inflected form of “creep” — move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
depotnounUS /ˈdiːpoʊ/
station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
Dr
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From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
drearyadjectiveUS /ˈdrɪri/
lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
the operator of a motor vehicle
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading The station-master also remained on duty.
motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
freight-wagon
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
Gertrude
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From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
GulchnounUS /ɡʌltʃ/
a narrow gorge with a stream running through it
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
inquiriesnounUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪəriz/
plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
LyttonnounUS /ˈlɪtən/
English writer of historical romances (1803-1873)
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
Lytton's
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From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
PetersnounUS /ˈpiːtərz/
plural of “peter” — disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
affix in a public place or for public notice
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading The station-master also remained on duty.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
determined
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
Roseneath
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
RussellnounUS /ˈrʌsəl/
United States religious leader who founded the sect that is now called Jehovah's Witnesses (1852-1916)
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
filled with satisfaction
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
station-master
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From this reading The station-master also remained on duty.
stokernounUS /ˈstoʊkər/
Irish writer of the horror novel about Dracula (1847-1912)
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
carry out
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
in or at that place or location
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
volunteerverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈtɪr/
tell voluntarily
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
volunteeredverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈtɪrd/
past form of “volunteer” — tell voluntarily
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
look attentively
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
at the time that
From this reading WHEN the volunteer party started for Camp’s Gulch, Gertrude resolved to remain at her post all night, or, at any rate, for as much of it as there was a need for the office to be open.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Then, when everything had been done that was possible, she set herself to face a dreary watch in the depot while the slow hours crept by.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
wiredadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪərd/
equipped with wire or wires especially for electric or telephone service
From this reading When this was done, and Lytton’s inquiries were satisfied, she wired to Roseneath, on the chance of finding the office open, to explain why the engine and freight-wagon had failed to put in an appearance.
in the company of; together with
From this reading She replied to Lytton, telling of the accident to the driver, and that Dr. Russell had volunteered to take the engine up to Camp’s Gulch, with Sam Peters acting as volunteer stoker.
