Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

(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 I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

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

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a large bundle bound for storage or transport

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

the act of closing something

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

plural of “crony” — a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

plural of “dignitary” — an important or influential (and often overbearing) person

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

plural of “friar” — a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

in a gradual manner

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

plural of “impression” — a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

not friendly

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

plural of “keep” — the financial means whereby one lives

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

as might be expected

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

connected with or belonging to or used in a navy

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

not any; not one

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

affix in a public place or for public notice

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

repeated heavy blows

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

term of address for a man

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

someone who travels for pleasure

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

(used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

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

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

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

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

which person or people

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading I don't know what the d---l keeps Turnbull; he knows well enough we are all naturally willing to hear who it is."

in the company of; together with

From this reading Philip Feltram The new guest was now in the hall of the George, and Doctor Torvey could hear him talking with Mr. Turnbull.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading "Don't be too sure we haven't Sir Bale on board," said Amerald, who would have followed his crony the Doctor to the door--for never was retired naval hero of a village more curious than he--were it not that his wooden leg made a distinct pounding on the floor that was inimical, as experience had taught him, to mystery.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Being himself one of the dignitaries of Golden Friars, the Doctor, having regard to first impressions, did not care to be seen in his post of observation; and closing the door gently, returned to his chair by the fire, and in an under-tone informed his cronies that there was a new arrival in the George, and he could not hear, but would not wonder if he were taking a private room; and he seemed to have trunks enough to build a church with.

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

From this reading "That can't be," answered the Doctor; "Charley Twyne knows everything about it, and has a letter every second day; and there's no chance of Sir Bale before the tenth; this is a tourist, you'll find.