used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
(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 It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
athletesnounUS /ˈæθliːts/
plural of “athlete” — a person trained to compete in sports
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
averageadjectiveUS /ˈævərɪdʒ/
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
according with custom or propriety
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
BuckverbUS /bʌk/
to strive with determination
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
confinesnounUS /ˈkɑːnfaɪnz/
a bounded scope
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
-ing form of “consider” — deem to be
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
cooped
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From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
CORRIDORnounUS /ˈkɔːrədər/
an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
crapsnounUS /kræps/
expressions used when when two dice are thrown and both come up showing one spot
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
disconsolatelyadverb
in grief-stricken loneliness; without comforting circumstances or prospects
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
drippingnounUS /ˈdrɪpɪŋ/
a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house)
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
echoedverbUS /ˈekoʊd/
past form of “echo” — to say again or imitate
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
divisible by two
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
FargonounUS /ˈfɑːrɡoʊ/
largest city in North Dakota; located in eastern North Dakota on the Red river
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
ferventlyadverbUS /ˈfɜːrvəntli/
with passionate fervor
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
forty-odd
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
grumbledverbUS /ˈɡrʌmbəld/
past form of “grumble” — show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
be suspended or hanging
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
inveterateadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvetərət/
habitual
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
lobbynounUS /ˈlɑːbi/
a large entrance or reception room or area
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
lounged
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
playersnounUS /ˈpleɪərz/
plural of “player” — a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
pokernounUS /ˈpoʊkər/
fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
poolnounUS /puːl/
an excavation that is (usually) filled with water
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
pouringadjectiveUS /ˈpɔːrɪŋ/
flowing profusely
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
satiatedadjectiveUS /ˈseɪʃiːeɪtɪd/
supplied (especially fed) to satisfaction
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
strictlyadverbUS /ˈstrɪktli/
restricted to something
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
communicated in words
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
vigorousadjectiveUS /ˈvɪɡərəs/
characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was not a strictly original remark, considering the fact that it had been uttered, in some form or another, on an average of every five minutes since breakfast time.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It had been pouring all day, a cold, driving rain, which kept some forty-odd active, vigorous athletes cooped up in the confines of the hotel.
which person or people
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading THE MAN IN THE CORRIDOR “Hang such weather!” grumbled Buck Fargo, gazing disconsolately out of the dripping window.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was not so bad in the morning, but by the middle of the afternoon pool had lost its charm, craps failed to interest; and even the inveterate poker players were becoming satiated with that game.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Nevertheless, it was fervently echoed by each one of the players who lounged within hearing distance in the lobby.
