Chapter III

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

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

later than; following

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

plural of “alteration” — an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading LITTLE CAL AND HIS MERMAID.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

in ceremonial attire and paraphernalia

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

plural of “billow” — a large sea wave

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

a youthful male person

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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From this reading LITTLE CAL AND HIS MERMAID.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

make right or correct

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

a thin crisp wafer made of flour and water with or without leavening and shortening; unsweetened or semisweet

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

a flow of electricity through a conductor

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

any of various platforms built into a vessel

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

let fall to the ground

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

to move (the head or body) quickly downwards or away

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

plural of “end” — either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

at any time

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

a soft light woolen fabric; used for clothing

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

past form of “flutter” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

plural of “garment” — an article of clothing

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

brought together in one place

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading LITTLE CAL AND HIS MERMAID.

past form of “hoist” — raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

a small worthless amount

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

a short coat

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

a thin strip of wood used in playing the game of jackstraws

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

possessive form of “jones” — United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

a projection or ridge that suggests a keel

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading LITTLE CAL AND HIS MERMAID.

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 Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

half woman and half fish; lives in the sea

From this reading LITTLE CAL AND HIS MERMAID.

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From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

in a miraculous manner

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

used to form the superlative

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

plural of “pump” — a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

plural of “ranger” — a member of the Texas state highway patrol; formerly a mounted lawman who maintained order on the frontier

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

aware or expressing awareness of things as they really are

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

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

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

any long object resembling a thin line

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

plural of “sail” — a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

a sailing vessel with a single mast set about one third of the boat's length aft of the bow

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

any distinct time period in a sequence of events

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

a special situation

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

(usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

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

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

during the time that

From this reading From her tall top-masthead fluttered the red-axe flag of the Ready Rangers, while on her deck was gathered the most remarkable-looking crew ever seen off the stage of a theatre.

a Caucasian

From this reading Thus Cracker Bob Jones's tall figure was arrayed in the white duck trousers, short blue flannel jacket, patent-leather pumps, and straw hat with long ribbon ends of Jack Jackstraw.

which person or people

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Two days after that on which the gloom of the Rangers was so miraculously changed to extravagant joy, the keel sloop _Millgirl_ hoisted her well-patched sails, and began to drop down with the current of the river.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading Without a doubt as to its being the correct thing, every boy who had borne a part in _Blue Billows_ now appeared in the costume he had worn in that realistic sea-drama; while those who had not been thus fortunate had made such alterations in their every-day garments as seemed to them most nautical and appropriate.