AdeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
accompaniedadjectiveUS /əˈkʌmpənid/
having companions or an escort
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
affordedverbUS /əˈfɔːrdəd/
past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
anxiousadjectiveUS /ˈæŋkʃəs/
eagerly desirous
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
anyadjectiveUS /ˈeni/
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
ascertainverbUS /ˌæsərˈteɪn/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
astrideadverbUS /əˈstraɪd/
with one leg on each side
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
believeverbUS /bɪˈliːv/
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
BREATHnounUS /breθ/
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
bringverbUS /brɪŋ/
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
Calvert
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From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
Calvert's
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From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
clearverbUS /klɪr/
rid of obstructions
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
couldmodal verbUS /kʊd/
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
Crimmins
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From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
CuriositynounUS /ˌkjʊriˈɑːsəti/
a state in which you want to learn more about something
From this reading Curiosity was stirring in the latter's heart.
daysnounUS /deɪz/
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
desirenounUS /dɪˈzaɪər/
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
DixienounUS /ˈdɪksi/
the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
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 The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
erraticadjectiveUS /ɪˈrætɪk/
liable to sudden unpredictable change
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
erredverbUS /erd/
past form of “err” — to make a mistake or be incorrect
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
eulogynounUS /ˈjuːlədʒi/
a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
faradverbUS /fɑːr/
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
fewadjectiveUS /fjuː/
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
forthadverbUS /fɔːrθ/
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
fromprepositionUS /frʌm/
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
GarrisonnounUS /ˈɡærɪsən/
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
Garrison's
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From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
HepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
heartnounUS /hɑːrt/
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading Curiosity was stirring in the latter's heart.
himselfpronounUS /hɪmˈself/
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
HousenounUS /haʊs/
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
how
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
indefatigableadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbəl/
showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
interestedadjectiveUS /ˈɪntrəstɪd/
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
keepingnounUS /ˈkiːpɪŋ/
conformity or harmony
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
latter'snounUS /ˈlætərz/
possessive form of “latter” — the second of two or the second mentioned of two
From this reading Curiosity was stirring in the latter's heart.
legitimateadjectiveUS /ləˈdʒɪtəmət/
of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
LIFEnounUS /laɪf/
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
longadjectiveUS /lɔːŋ/
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
milesnounUS /maɪlz/
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
modernadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdərn/
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
morningnounUS /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
mountverbUS /maʊnt/
attach to a support
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
MrnounUS /ˈmɪstər/
a form of address for a man
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
nephewnounUS /ˈnefjuː/
a son of your brother or sister
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
nextadjectiveUS /nekst/
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
notadverbUS /nɑːt/
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
OFprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
OLDadjectiveUS /oʊld/
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
opportunitynounUS /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnəti/
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
pseudoadjectiveUS /ˈsuːdoʊ/
(often used in combination) not genuine but having the appearance of
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
racing-stable
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
reallyadverbUS /ˈrɪli/
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
ridernounUS /ˈraɪdər/
a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
ridingnounUS /ˈraɪdɪŋ/
the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
searchingadjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/
diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
seeverbUS /siː/
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
sensenounUS /sens/
a general conscious awareness
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
sensitiveadjectiveUS /ˈsensətɪv/
responsive to physical stimuli
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
situatedadjectiveUS /ˈsɪtʃuːeɪtɪd/
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
someadjectiveUS /sʌm/
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
startedverbUS /ˈstɑːrtɪd/
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
agitating a liquid with an implement
From this reading Curiosity was stirring in the latter's heart.
tasteverbUS /teɪst/
To perceive flavor through the mouth.
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
THEdeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A BREATH OF THE OLD LIFE.
thoughconjunctionUS /ðoʊ/
in spite of the fact that
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
threenounUS /θriː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
tracknounUS /træk/
a line or route along which something travels or moves
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
trainernounUS /ˈtreɪnər/
one who trains other persons or animals
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
uncertainadjectiveUS /ənˈsɜːrtən/
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
WaterburynounUS /ˈwɔːtərberi/
a city in west central Connecticut
From this reading Major Calvert's really interested desire to see his pseudo nephew astride a mount afforded Garrison the legitimate opportunity of keeping clear of Mr. Waterbury for the next few days.
whimsicaladjectiveUS /ˈwɪmzɪkəl/
determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
womannounUS /ˈwʊmən/
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading He had long been searching for a fitting rider for the erratic and sensitive Dixie--whimsical and uncertain of taste as any woman--and though he could not bring himself to believe in Crimmins' eulogy of Garrison's riding ability, he was anxious to ascertain how far the trainer had erred.
wordnounUS /wɜːrd/
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading The track was situated some three miles from Calvert House--a modern racing-stable in every sense of the word--and early the next morning Garrison started forth, accompanied by the indefatigable major.
