used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
approvingnounUS /əˈpruːvɪŋ/
the formal act of approving
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
arousedadjectiveUS /ərˈaʊzd/
aroused to action
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
barroomnounUS /ˈbɑːrruːm/
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
for the reason that
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
chagrinnounUS /ʃəˈɡrɪn/
strong feelings of embarrassment
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
curiouslyadverbUS /ˈkjʊriəsli/
in a manner differing from the usual or expected
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
past form of “descend” — move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
exchangedadjectiveUS /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒd/
changed for (replaced by) something different
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
eyedadjectiveUS /aɪd/
having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
fumingverbUS /ˈfjuːmɪŋ/
-ing form of “fume” — be mad, angry, or furious
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
brought together in one place
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
glancesnounUS /ˈɡlænsɪz/
plural of “glance” — a quick look
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
advanced in complexity or elaboration
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
immediately past
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
masteredadjectiveUS /ˈmæstərd/
understood perfectly
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
the force of workers available
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
momentarilyadverbUS /ˌmoʊmənˈterəli/
for an instant or moment
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
not any; not one
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
nodverbUS /nɑːd/
express or signify by nodding
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
a feeling of intense anger
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
respectedadjectiveUS /rɪˈspektɪd/
receiving deferential regard
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
not often
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
self-controlnounUS /ˌselfkənˈtroʊl/
the act of denying yourself; controlling your impulses
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
Senator'snounUS /ˈsenətərz/
possessive form of “senator” — a member of a senate
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
significantadjectiveUS /səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important in effect or meaning
From this reading His friends respected his desire to be left alone, although several eyed him curiously and exchanged significant remarks at his appearance.
be seated
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
STATUTEnounUS /ˈstætʃuːt/
an act passed by a legislative body
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
a sudden outburst of anger
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They seemed to be of the opinion that, at last, his fighting blood had been aroused, and now and then they shot approving glances in his direction.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
villainynoun
the quality of evil by virtue of villainous behavior
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
WadeverbUS /weɪd/
walk (through relatively shallow water)
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Like most men of action, he took pride in his self-control, which seldom failed him, but the villainy of the Senator's attitude had momentarily mastered his patience.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Gathered about the bar were a number of men whom he knew, but beyond a nod here and there he took no notice of them, and went to sit down alone at a small table in the corner.
in the company of; together with
From this reading HIGHER THAN STATUTE LAW Wade descended the stairs of the hotel and went into the barroom, fuming with rage and chagrin because Helen had seen him in such a temper.
