Chapter XIX · Chapter 19

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

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

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

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From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

go after with the intent to catch

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

an admission of misdeeds or faults

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

plural of “consultation” — a conference (usually with someone important)

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

a small house with a single story

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

unproductive of success

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading "Pshaw! a noble effort, indeed!

moving to the inside of something

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

and nothing more

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

possessive form of “morning” — the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

of an obscure nature

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

impressive in appearance

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

-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 "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading "Pshaw! a noble effort, indeed!

set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

a male human offspring

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

not expected or anticipated

From this reading MYSTERIOUS CONSULTATIONS AND PLANS--GASCOYNE ASTONISHES HIS FRIENDS, AND MAKES AN UNEXPECTED CONFESSION.

precisely as stated

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."

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

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

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

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading The widow was pale and haggard; but she could not help smiling as she observed the look of extreme disappointment which rested on the countenance of her son.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading "A pretty morning's work I have made of it, mother," said Henry, as he flung himself into a chair in the cottage parlor, on his return from the weary and fruitless chase which has just been recorded.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "True, Henry," she replied, busying herself in preparing breakfast, "you have not been very successful; but you made a noble effort."