Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the two together, not just one

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

a youthful male person

From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a man who drives a coach (or carriage)

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

to certain extent or degree

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

promote over another

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For you, my snow-bank youngster!"

alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the dressed hairy coat of a mammal

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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

From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading LIONEL TOWSLEY GOES HOME.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

put a harness

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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 Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

where you live at a particular time

From this reading LIONEL TOWSLEY GOES HOME.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a health facility where patients receive treatment

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

3rd President of the United States; chief drafter of the Declaration of Independence; made the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and sent out the Lewis and Clark Expedition to explore it (1743-1826)

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

past form of “judge” — determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

and nothing more

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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

From this reading LIONEL TOWSLEY GOES HOME.

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

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

having or showing great strength or force or intensity

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

past form of “name” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

plural of “plume” — anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a person who receives support and protection from an influential patron who furthers the protege's career

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

relieve from

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

plural of “robe” — any loose flowing garment

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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From this reading For you, my snow-bank youngster!"

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

in or at that place or location

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

like the short high ringing sound of a small bell

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

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

From this reading LIONEL TOWSLEY GOES HOME.

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

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

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

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

(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 "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading The genial doctor entered the room just in time to witness the little scene between Miss Armacost and her protege; and knowing both parties fairly well, he judged that the best way out of a difficulty was to get rid of the difficulty.

plural of “wonder” — the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

arrange or fold as a cover or protection

From this reading Especially as there is, just outside the hospital gate, a red-plumed sleigh waiting, with great fox robes big enough to wrap a dozen newsboys in; with horses in a tinkling harness, and more red plumes at their heads; and a coachman named Jefferson sitting up front with a mighty fur collar on and a Christmas favor in his hat, and--I've lost my breath, telling the wonders!

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading For you, my snow-bank youngster!"

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From this reading "Towsley, boy! you're quite well enough to go home.

a young person of either sex

From this reading For you, my snow-bank youngster!"