AdeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
alwaysadverbUS /ˈɔːlweɪz/
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
awayadverbUS /əˈweɪ/
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
beauxiliary verbUS /biː/
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
beautifuladjectiveUS /ˈbjuːtəfəl/
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
bigadjectiveUS /bɪɡ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
changeverbUS /tʃeɪndʒ/
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
charteredadjectiveUS /ˈtʃɑːrtərd/
hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
circulatedverbUS /ˈsɜːrkjəleɪtɪd/
past form of “circulate” — become widely known and passed on
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
dearestnounUS /ˈdɪrəst/
a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
Dorothy
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From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
eachdeterminerUS /iːtʃ/
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
eageradjectiveUS /ˈiːɡər/
having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
enjoyverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪ/
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
enjoyedverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪd/
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
feltverbUS /felt/
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
fineadjectiveUS /faɪn/
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
fournounUS /fɔːr/
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
friendnounUS /frend/
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
fulladjectiveUS /fʊl/
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
girlsnounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
Glenmore
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From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
goodadjectiveUS /ɡʊd/
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
greatadjectiveUS /ɡreɪt/
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
heldadjectiveUS /held/
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
hereadverbUS /hiːr/
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
holdverbUS /hoʊld/
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
homenounUS /hoʊm/
where you live at a particular time
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
HousenounUS /haʊs/
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
ifconjunctionUS /ɪf/
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
inclinedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈklaɪnd/
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
lastedverbUS /ˈlæstəd/
past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
lifenounUS /laɪf/
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
liverynounUS /ˈlɪvəri/
uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
longadjectiveUS /lɔːŋ/
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
lovedadjectiveUS /lʌvd/
held dear
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
Marvin
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
mightmodal verbUS /maɪt/
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
mischiefnounUS /ˈmɪstʃəf/
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
monthnounUS /mʌnθ/
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
mothernounUS /ˈmʌðər/
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
MrsnounUS /ˈmɪsɪz/
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
much-needed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
NancynounUS /ˈnænsi/
a city in northeastern France in Lorraine
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
neveradverbUS /ˈnevər/
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
newsnounUS /nuːz/
information about recent and important events
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
nonepronounUS /nʌn/
not one, and not any
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
noveltynounUS /ˈnɑːvəlti/
originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
nowadverbUS /naʊ/
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
ordernounUS /ˈɔːrdər/
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
PARTYnounUS /ˈpɑːrti/
an organization to gain political power
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
pleasurenounUS /ˈpleʒər/
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
plentynounUS /ˈplenti/
a full supply
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
ponynounUS /ˈpoʊniː/
a range horse of the western United States
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
progressnounUS /ˈprɑːɡres/
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
reportverbUS /riˈpɔːrt/
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
restverbUS /rest/
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
RussiannounUS /ˈrʌʃən/
a native or inhabitant of Russia
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
scenenounUS /siːn/
the place where some action occurs
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
sendverbUS /send/
cause to go somewhere
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
shepronounUS /ʃiː/
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
sleighnounUS /sleɪ/
a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
sleigh-rides
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
SLEIGHING
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
snownounUS /snoʊ/
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
stableadjectiveUS /ˈsteɪbəl/
resistant to change of position or condition
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
StonenounUS /stoʊn/
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
sureadjectiveUS /ʃʊr/
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading To be sure, she had always enjoyed plenty of sleigh-rides when at home at the Stone House, but here was a novelty!
thanconjunctionUS /ðæn/
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
timenounUS /taɪm/
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
travelingnounUS /ˈtrævəlɪŋ/
the act of going from one place to another
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
twentynounUS /ˈtwenti/
the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
twonounUS /tuː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/
precisely as stated
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
whenconjunctionUS /wen/
at the time that
From this reading A SLEIGHING PARTY Dorothy was never inclined toward mischief, and now, when her mother was away traveling for change of scene, and much-needed rest, she felt very eager to send each month, a fine report of her progress.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The big sleigh at Glenmore would hold twenty girls, while the beautiful Russian sleigh at the Stone House held four, and the pony sleigh two.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading Dorothy was full of life, and loved a good time, if Nancy, her dearest friend might enjoy it with her.
wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading When the news was circulated that the great sleigh at the livery stable had been chartered by Mrs. Marvin, and that sleigh-rides would be in order as long as the snow lasted, none was more eager for the pleasure than Dorothy.
