Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

the quality of being near to the true value

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

anew

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

causing inconvenience

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

have

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

plural of “bomb” — an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

-ing form of “burst” — come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

fall or come down violently

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

past form of “crouch” — bend one's back forward from the waist on down

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

-ing form of “cruise” — drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

small room in which a monk or nun lives

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

in accordance with convention or custom

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

any of various platforms built into a vessel

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

let fall to the ground

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

have as a logical consequence

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

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

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

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

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

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

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

plural of “hijacker” — a holdup man who stops a vehicle and steals from it

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation)

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a small worthless amount

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

and nothing more

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a projection or ridge that suggests a keel

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

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

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

a vertical spar for supporting sails

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

at the same time but in another place

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

a particular point in time

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

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

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

on one occasion

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

and nothing more

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

operate an airplane

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

first in rank or degree

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

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

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

a large beer glass

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

plural of “smuggler” — someone who imports or exports without paying duties

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

furnish with spars

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

to a sufficient degree

From this reading Consequently Jack held himself in readiness to once more start his engine when sufficiently near the object of his attack.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

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

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

causing a surge of emotion or excitement

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

having edges that are jagged from injury

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

distance travelled per unit time

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Jack meanwhile had his hands full attending to his part of the business--it was of course of prime importance that they should drop down as close to the deck of the schooner as possible so the full effect of the bursting tear-bombs might be felt by those struggling smugglers and hijackers, but there was the mast of the cruising vessel to bear in mind since it towers many feet in the air.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

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

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

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

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

at the time that

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading To strike this spar would entail danger of a crash, or having their landing-gear torn away, which would prove a disaster.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading Perk knew just when their downward velocity terminated, for not only were they again on a level keel, but the motor commenced working with its customary intensity and the whole fusilage quivered as usual when they were under way.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading THE TEAR-BOMB ATTACK It was certainly a thrilling moment for Perk as he crouched there in his awkward cubicle back of the pilot and waited for the proper second to arrive when his accuracy at throwing the bombs would be tested.