used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
beamingadjectiveUS /ˈbiːmɪŋ/
cheerful and bright
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
earlier than; in front of
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
the sacred writings of the Christian religions
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
confidentialadjectiveUS /ˌkɑːnfəˈdenʃəl/
entrusted with private information and the confidence of another
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
consultverbUS /kənˈsʌlt/
get or ask advice from
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
dearly loved
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
decidedlyadverbUS /ˌdɪˈsaɪdədli/
without question and beyond doubt
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
earthlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrθli/
of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
opinion or judgment
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
yet to be or coming
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
good-night
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
half-hournounUS /ˈhæfaʊər/
a half of an hour
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
Harold
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
helpfuladjectiveUS /ˈhelpfəl/
providing assistance or serving a useful function
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
where you live at a particular time
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
past form of “kiss” — touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
liftingverbUS /ˈlɪftɪŋ/
-ing form of “lift” — raise from a lower to a higher position
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
prolonged unfulfilled desire or need
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
feeling or showing love and affection
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
engage in
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
informal terms for a mother
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
Master'snounUS /ˈmæstərz/
possessive form of “master” — an artist of consummate skill
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
used to form the superlative
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
PrincetonnounUS /ˈprɪnstən/
a university town in central New Jersey
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
talentsnounUS /ˈtælənts/
plural of “talent” — natural abilities or qualities
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
talksnounUS /tɔːks/
a discussion intended to produce an agreement
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
to-night
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
the act of using
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
usefulnessnounUS /ˈjuːsfəlnəs/
the quality of being of practical use
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
precisely as stated
From this reading “I shall be very glad to have you do so, my dear boys,” she replied, regarding them with eyes beaming with mother love and pride.
vineyardnounUS /ˈvɪnjərd/
a farm of grapevines where wine grapes are produced
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading May we come to you early in the morning for the dear old half-hour of Bible study and private talk before breakfast?”
exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
which person or people
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
wisestadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzəst/
superlative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
hope for; have a wish
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
in the company of; together with
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
workersnounUS /ˈwɜːrkərz/
plural of “worker” — a person who works at a specific occupation
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
an affirmative
From this reading “Yes, mamma, that is one of the principal matters about which we wish to consult you—our best, dearest, wisest earthly friend,” said Herbert, lifting her hand to his lips; “for who so wise, so loving, or so desirous to help each of us to use time and talents in a way to make them most helpful in the Master’s service?”
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “MOTHER dear,” Harold said, as he kissed her good-night on that first evening at home after their return from Princeton, “Herbert and I are decidedly hungry for one of the good old talks with you; but you are too weary to-night.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “I have been looking forward with longing for the confidential talks with my boys which have always been so sweet to me; especially in regard to your plans for future usefulness as workers in the Master’s vineyard.”
