used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
accuratelyadverbUS /ˈækjərətli/
with few mistakes
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
(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 After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
appetitenounUS /ˈæpətaɪt/
a feeling of craving something
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
a statute in draft before it becomes law
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
a youthful male person
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
boy'snounUS /bɔɪz/
possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
butternounUS /ˈbʌtər/
an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
contemplatedverbUS /ˈkɑːntəmpleɪtɪd/
past form of “contemplate” — look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
dabverbUS /dæb/
apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
Delmonico's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
describesverbUS /dɪˈskraɪbz/
third-person singular of “describe” — give a description of
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
having made preparations
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
elegantadjectiveUS /ˈeləɡənt/
refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
at any time
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
opinion or judgment
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
farenounUS /fer/
an agenda of things to do
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
past form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is not an elegant expression, but it describes accurately the energy with which the boy disposed of his dinner.
“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
engage in
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
mashedverbUS /mæʃt/
past form of “mash” — to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
muddyadjectiveUS /ˈmʌdi/
(of soil) soft and watery
From this reading A cup of muddy coffee completed the bill of fare.
not any; not one
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
overdoneadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərˈdʌn/
represented as greater than is true or reasonable
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
palatableadjectiveUS /ˈpælətəbəl/
acceptable to the taste or mind
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
patronnounUS /ˈpeɪtrən/
a regular customer
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
pitchedadjectiveUS /pɪtʃt/
(of sound) set to a certain pitch or key; usually used as a combining form
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
potatonounUS /pəˈteɪtoʊ/
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
saucenounUS /sɔːs/
flavorful relish or dressing or topping served as an accompaniment to food
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
slicesnounUS /ˈslaɪsəz/
plural of “slice” — a share of something
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
solidadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːləd/
characterized by good substantial quality
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
staleadjectiveUS /steɪl/
lacking freshness, palatability, or showing deterioration from age
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
be standing; be upright
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
steaknounUS /steɪk/
a slice of meat cut from the fleshy part of an animal or large fish
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
sumptuousadjectiveUS /ˈsʌmptʃwəs/
ostentatiously rich and superior in quality
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After all, appetite is the best sauce, and Johnny had appetite enough to make his meal seem palatable.
tough-looking
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Johnny did not stand upon ceremony, but "pitched in."
wateringnounUS /ˈwɔːtərɪŋ/
shedding tears
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
in the company of; together with
From this reading NO patron of Delmonico's probably ever contemplated his sumptuous meal with more satisfaction than shone in the little match boy's eyes, as he gazed with watering mouth at the overdone, tough-looking steak, the mashed potato, the three slices of stale bread and dab of butter, which furnished the solid material of his meal.
