Chapter XXV

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

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

having companions or an escort

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

altered to accommodate to certain requirements or bring into a proper relation

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

make certain of

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

any of several games played on rectangular cloth-covered table (with cushioned edges) in which long tapering cue sticks are used to propel ivory (or composition) balls

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

money in the form of bills or coins

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises

From this reading THE COMMERCIAL TRAVELER.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

an informal term for a youth or man

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908)

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

and nothing more

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the act of departing

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

fasten with a lock

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

a form of address for a man

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

above and across; more than

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

preceding and preparing for something

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

(used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous)

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

having a supporting base

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading THE COMMERCIAL TRAVELER.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

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

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

in the direction of

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

a person who changes location

From this reading THE COMMERCIAL TRAVELER.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

New Zealand runner who in 1975 became the first person to run a mile in less that 3 minutes and 50 seconds (born in 1952)

From this reading The question was asked in a low tone and was accompanied by a sidelong glance toward Mr. Walker, who was standing at the book-keeper’s desk.

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

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

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

From this reading “WELL, GUY, which way shall we go to-night?

which person or people

From this reading The speaker adjusted his hat in front of a looking-glass, drew a stray lock of hair over one of his ears, turned his head from side to side to assure himself that his toilet had been completed, and looked over his shoulder toward Guy Harris, who, having just rendered to the book-keeper an account of the cash that had passed through his hands during the day, was buttoning his coat preparatory to leaving the store.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Do you feel inclined for a game of billiards before supper?”