Chapter IV

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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

From this reading QUARTE AND TIERCE.

a serviceman in the artillery

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

causing inconvenience

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

the dry dusty pulp that remains after juice is extracted from sugar cane or similar plants

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

strike violently

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

a large artillery gun that is usually on wheels

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

plural of “clerk” — an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

put on clothes

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

property that is leased or rented out or let

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

social deportment

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

attach a tag or label to

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

at the same time but in another place

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

the force of workers available

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English “Mr”

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

the open circular discharging end of a gun

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

United States golfer (born in 1929)

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension

From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

a perceptual structure

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

in the near future

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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From this reading QUARTE AND TIERCE.

marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

-ing form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

socially incorrect in behavior

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

the act of observing

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Milk street clerks—Fisk and Palmer by name—snobbish in dress and rude in manners.

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

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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From this reading “Bon swor, Monsoor,” said Palmer, loud and patronizing.

the time of life between the ages of 12 and 20

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

the third canonical hour; about 9 a.m.

From this reading QUARTE AND TIERCE.

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

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

lacking refinement or cultivation or taste

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

precisely as stated

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

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

From this reading Monsieur Bagasse, meanwhile, resuming his equanimity, stood sighting beyond the muzzle of an invisible cannon, as if the door was the mark, looking very much like some slovenly, awkward old artilleryman, of an uncouth pattern, and not at all like a fencing-master.

which person or people

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

but in spite of that

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.

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

From this reading The door flew open presently with a bang, letting in two smart young men not yet out of their teens, who swaggered forward with a very rakish, gasconading air.