Chapter VII

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

how long something has existed

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

(of hair or feathers) of a golden brown to reddish brown color

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading A door opened, and a young man came out of the club-house.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

a room used for dining

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading A door opened, and a young man came out of the club-house.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

third-person singular of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

a game played on a large open course with 9 or 18 holes; the object is use as few strokes as possible in playing all the holes

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

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

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

the act of retaining something

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

and nothing more

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

plural of “lantern” — light in a transparent protective case

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

for more time

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

not caught with the senses or the mind

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year)

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

being or made softer or less loud or clear

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

position nine in a countable series of things

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

not any; not one

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

superlative of “old” — (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading A door opened, and a young man came out of the club-house.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading A door opened, and a young man came out of the club-house.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

expressing sorrow

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

gathered for protruding fullness

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

strike (a golf ball) lightly, with a putter

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

prove capable or fit; meet requirements

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

unrestrained merrymaking

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

plural of “saxophone” — a single-reed woodwind with a conical bore

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries

From this reading In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

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

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

moving as on a slippery surface

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

with low volume

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

in or at that place or location

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

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

From this reading RODNEY FAILS TO QUALIFY There was a sound of revelry by night, for the first Saturday in June had arrived and the Golf Club was holding its monthly dance.

(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 In a basket-chair in the shadows, the Oldest Member puffed a cigar and listened, well content.

at the time that

From this reading His was the peace of the man who has reached the age when he is no longer expected to dance.

which person or people

From this reading Fairy lanterns festooned the branches of the chestnut trees on the terrace above the ninth green, and from the big dining-room, cleared now of its tables and chairs, came a muffled slithering of feet and the plaintive sound of saxophones moaning softly like a man who has just missed a short putt.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading A door opened, and a young man came out of the club-house.