Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

later than; following

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

any thing at all

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

a job in an organization

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

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

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

an officer in command of a military unit

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

without stop or interruption

From this reading "He is evidently a Frenchman," continued the captain.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

the act of departing

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading "He is evidently a Frenchman," continued the captain.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

a person of French nationality

From this reading "He is evidently a Frenchman," continued the captain.

a man of refinement

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

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 THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

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

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821)

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

a human being

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

express in speech

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

the cheapest accommodations on a passenger ship

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else

From this reading "For all that, I did not know but that he might be a French cook, a steward, or something of that sort," added Captain Chantor, laughing.

express in words

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

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

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

precisely as stated

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

in or at the place that

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

which person or people

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was dressed like a gentleman, and brought two very handsome valises on board with him.

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

From this reading THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHATEAUGAY The commander told Christy that he would probably find the person who had brought the letter to him in the waist, for he knew nothing of his quality, position, or anything else about him, and he did not know where to berth him, though there was room enough in the ward room or the steerage.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "He is a man who is said to be a Napoleon in his profession; but I will tell you all about him after we get under way, for I am in a hurry to speak with him," replied Christy.