Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

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From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

later than; following

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

(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 "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

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

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading AUNT MADGE GIVES HER OPINION.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

being moved or acted upon by moving air or vapor

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

recognizable; marked

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading A subject is discussed until it is worn thread-bare.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

divisible by two

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

plural of “finger” — any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

plural of “germ” — anything that provides inspiration for later work

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length

From this reading AUNT MADGE GIVES HER OPINION.

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

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading AUNT MADGE GIVES HER OPINION.

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

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

with erudition; in an erudite manner

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading AUNT MADGE GIVES HER OPINION.

engage in

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

the act of altering something secretly or improperly

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

relating to the study or practice of medicine

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

plural of “microbe” — a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading AUNT MADGE GIVES HER OPINION.

above and across; more than

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

dish baked in pastry-lined pan often with a pastry top

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

not in physical motion

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading A subject is discussed until it is worn thread-bare.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

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

From this reading "Death is a black camel that kneels at the gate of all."--_Abd-el-Kader_.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It is a curious fact that there is a fashion even in talk.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

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

From this reading A subject is discussed until it is worn thread-bare.

up to a particular time

From this reading A subject is discussed until it is worn thread-bare.

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

From this reading After all, the dreaded influenza epidemic did not make its appearance, and, though people still talked learnedly of germs and microbes, and put meddling fingers into the medical pie, it was decided by the legitimate authorities that the mischief had blown over for the present.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading A subject is discussed until it is worn thread-bare.