Chapter XXII · Chapter 22

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

French physiologist noted for research on secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver (1813-1878)

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

a youthful male person

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

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

From this reading DYKE DARREL ON THE TRAIL.

well in the past; former

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

A means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity.

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

(slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine

From this reading DYKE DARREL ON THE TRAIL.

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

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the act of departing

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

destroyed or killed

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

arousing or holding the attention

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

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

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the force of workers available

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading DYKE DARREL ON THE TRAIL.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

plural of “pistol” — a firearm that is held and fired with one hand

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading How the investigation came out the reader has been already informed.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

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

From this reading DYKE DARREL ON THE TRAIL.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

a track or mark left by something that has passed

From this reading DYKE DARREL ON THE TRAIL.

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

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading "Dyke is in difficulty, that is sure," cried Harry, in an excited voice.

past form of “warn” — notify of danger, potential harm, or risk

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The report of pistols had warned Harry Bernard, the boy Paul Ender, and two officers in their company, that something of an interesting nature was going on in the basement of the Scarlet block.

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

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

which person or people

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The men who burst into Aunt Scarlet's room on the night that Professor Ruggles departed from the block with Nell Darrel in his arms, were men of determination and friends of the detective, who had gone into the building in the disguise of an old man, for the purpose of investigating.