(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
alarmsnounUS /əˈlɑːrmz/
plural of “alarm” — fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
APPARATUSnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
AREauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
batteriesnounUS /ˈbætəriz/
plural of “battery” — group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
bellsnounUS /belz/
plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
burglarnounUS /ˈbɝː.ɡlɚ/
A person who commits illegal entry into a building with intent to steal valuable treasures.
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
commencingverbUS /kəˈmensɪŋ/
-ing form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
connectverbUS /kəˈnekt/
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
conquerverbUS /ˈkɑːŋkər/
bring under control by force or authority
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
constructverbUS /kənˈstrʌkt/
make by combining materials and parts
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
dependentadjectiveUS /dɪˈpendənt/
relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
detectverbUS /dɪˈtekt/
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
electricadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪk/
using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
electricaladjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪkəl/
relating to or concerned with electricity
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
electricitynounUS /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/
a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
enterprisesnounUS /ˈentərpraɪzɪz/
plural of “enterprise” — a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
experimentsnounUS /ɪkˈsperəmənts/
plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
factorynounUS /ˈfæktəri/
a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
the act of departing
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
home-made
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From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
improvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpruːvd/
made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
installverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɔːl/
set up for use
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
mechanismnounUS /ˈmekənɪzəm/
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
absolutely essential
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
neighborsnounUS /ˈneɪbərz/
plural of “neighbor” — a person who lives (or is located) near another
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
pioneersnounUS /ˌpaɪəˈnɪrz/
plural of “pioneer” — someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
prepareverbUS /priˈper/
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
PREPARINGverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
productionnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the act or process of producing something
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
provideverbUS /prəˈvaɪd/
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
SinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
solicitverbUS /səˈlɪsɪt/
make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
testnounUS /test/
trying something to find out about it
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
TOOLSnounUS /tuːlz/
plural of “tool” — an implement used in the practice of a vocation
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
USESnounUS /ˈjuːsəz/
plural of “use” — the act of using
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading By this time our neighbors will become interested in and solicit work from us.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Since we are going into this work as pioneers, we shall have to be dependent upon our own efforts for the production of the electrical apparatus, so as to be able, with our home-made factory, to provide the power, the heat and the electricity.
WORKSHOPnounUS /ˈwɜːrkʃɑːp/
small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done
From this reading WHAT TOOLS AND APPARATUS ARE NEEDED PREPARING THE WORKSHOP.--Before commencing actual experiments we should prepare the workshop and tools.
WORKSHOPSnounUS /ˈwɜːrkʃɑːps/
plural of “workshop” — small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done
From this reading USES OF OUR WORKSHOPS.--They may want us to test batteries, and it then becomes necessary to construct mechanism to detect and measure electricity; to install new and improved apparatus; and to put in and connect up electric bells in their houses, as well as burglar alarms.
worldsnounUS /wɜːrldz/
plural of “world” — everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Then, finding we are successful in these enterprises, we may look forward for "more worlds to conquer."
