Chapter VI

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

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

plural of “advantage” — the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

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

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

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

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

someone who fights with his fists for sport

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

made less hopeful or enthusiastic

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

open to doubt or suspicion

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

the capital of Scotland; located in the Lothian Region on the south side of the Firth of Forth

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

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

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

more distant in especially space or time

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

at a previous time

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

a stringed instrument usually having six strings; played by strumming or plucking

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

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

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

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

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

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

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

creative writing of recognized artistic value

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

not any; not one

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

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From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

by chance

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

literature in metrical form

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

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From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

a native or inhabitant of Scotland

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

term of address for a man

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

not in physical motion

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

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

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

still in doubt

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

not usual or common or ordinary

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

precisely as stated

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

plural of “voyage” — an act of traveling by water

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

migratory

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

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

From this reading He was disheartened by the length of the voyage, and perhaps thought Brazil presented quite as many advantages as California.

plural of “weakness” — a flaw or weak point

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

-ing form of “whale” — hunt for whales

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

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

From this reading He played on the guitar--sang a variety of songs, some of which were of a very doubtful character--was an expert boxer--had something of a turn for poetry and light literature--and, in spite of his unsettled, wandering life, still possessed, to an unusual degree, that sort of native refinement that makes one tender of the feelings and weaknesses of others.

which person or people

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.

in the company of; together with

From this reading My quiet room-mate went with us no farther.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading He had been on one or two whaling voyages, and had evidently seen the world.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading His place was filled by a young, red-haired Scotchman, who had formerly lived in Edinburgh, and sat on the knee of Sir Walter.