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 There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

in addition

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

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

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

-ing form of “arouse” — call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

out of bed

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

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

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

the first light of day

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

aroused or activated

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

plural of “basket” — a container that is usually woven and has handles

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

for the reason that

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

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From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

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

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

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

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

plural of “biscuit” — small round bread leavened with baking-powder or soda

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

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

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

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

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

plural of “chum” — a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

clothing in general

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

the act of departing

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

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From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

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

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

take in solid food

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

more than is needed, desired, or required

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

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

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

prevent the progress or free movement of

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

hulled corn with the bran and germ removed

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

plural of “inmate” — one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital)

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

a room equipped for preparing meals

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

inflected form of “lie” — be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

popular aquarium fish

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

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

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

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

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

according to the clock

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

above and across; more than

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

ready to fall asleep

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

not in physical motion

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was also a hamper containing extra clothes for Aunt Betty, Dorothy and Molly.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

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

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading It was two sleepy-eyed girls who came slowly down the back stairway to eat hominy, biscuits and coffee, prepared by Chloe and Dinah in the big kitchen--sleepy-eyed, because the chums had lain awake more than half the night talking over old times.

plural of “utensil” — an implement for practical use (especially in a household)

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

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

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

the fourth day of the week; the third working day

From this reading THE CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS Old Bellvieu was early astir on Wednesday morning, the time set for the departure.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The provisions and cooking utensils had been packed in baskets and were setting in the front hall, ready to be carried to the automobile when Gerald and Aurora should arrive.

at the time that

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

which person or people

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading At four o'clock, when the darkness without was still intense, Ephraim, who had been awakened by an alarm clock, went from door to door of the big mansion, arousing the inmates.