Chapter XI

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From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

further or added

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

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

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

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

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

for the reason that

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

plural of “box” — a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a youthful male person

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

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From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

a stiff moderately thick paper

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

-ing form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

originate

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

thrown away

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

firmly closed or secured

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

usually; as a rule

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

join or attach with or as if with glue

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

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From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

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

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

plural of “inch” — a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

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

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

the most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

engage in

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

plural of “material” — the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

absolutely essential

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

not any; not one

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

past form of “operate” — direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

involved in a kind of operation

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

plural of “piece” — a separate part of a whole

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

past form of “purchase” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

with speed

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

-ing form of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

superlative of “simple” — having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

and nothing more

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading Brads 5/8 inch and 1 inch in length should be purchased for fastening the framework of the toys together, and the cigar boxes should be about 8 inches by 4 inches by 2 inches in size.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

in or at or to some place

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

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From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

(sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

plural of “tool” — an implement used in the practice of a vocation

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

an artifact designed to be played with

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

plural of “toy” — an artifact designed to be played with

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

transfer somebody to a different position or location of work

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

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

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

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

From this reading HOME-MADE CLOCKWORK TOYS The toys shown opposite page 90 are a few of the many mechanical toys which can be operated by clockwork, and they are easy to make, too, requiring no more mechanical ability than is possessed by the average boy old enough to handle the simplest of tools.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

a pile or stack of wood to be used for fuel

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Before commencing work upon the toys, get together =The Other Necessary Materials.= These will consist of cigar boxes, cardboard, cotton or silk spools, glue, brads, and a few pieces from the woodpile, with one or two additional articles which are mentioned later on.

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading It is not necessary to have a set of works for each toy, for they are so quickly fastened in place that but a minute is required to transfer the works from one toy to another.

lacking in usefulness or value

From this reading Generally it is easy to find an old clock somewhere about the house, and a clock which has been discarded simply because it has become worthless as a timekeeper is perfectly good for operating these toys, provided the _mainspring_ is in working order.