used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
Adjutants
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From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
(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 From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
aptadjectiveUS /æpt/
(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
chasteningnoun
a rebuke for making a mistake
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
clubsnounUS /klʌbz/
plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
Curragh
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From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
deservedadjectiveUS /dɪˈzɜːrvd/
properly deserved
From this reading And he deserved it all.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
erringadjectiveUS /ˈerɪŋ/
capable of making an error
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
exaggerationnounUS /ɪɡˌzædʒərˈeɪʃən/
extravagant exaggeration
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
flocknounUS /flɑːk/
a church congregation guided by a pastor
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
frivolousadjectiveUS /ˈfrɪvələs/
not serious in content or attitude or behavior
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
God-forsaken
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From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
guidingadjectiveUS /ˈɡaɪdɪŋ/
exerting control or influence
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading And he deserved it all.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
an opening into or through something
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
ten 10s
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
HUSSARS
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From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
infinitelyadverbUS /ˈɪnfənətli/
without bounds
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
KhartoumnounUS /ˌkɑːrˈtuːm/
the capital of Sudan located at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
NemesisnounUS /ˈneməsɪs/
(Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
overtookverbUS /ˌoʊvərˈtʊk/
inflected form of “overtake” — catch up with and possibly overtake
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
pathsnounUS /pæðz/
plural of “path” — a course of conduct
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
quoteverbUS /kwoʊt/
repeat a passage from
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
regimentaladjectiveUS /ˌredʒəˈmentəl/
belonging to or concerning a regiment
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
express in words
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
SenioradjectiveUS /ˈsiːnjər/
older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
Simla
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From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
SingaporenounUS /ˈsɪŋəpɔːr/
the capital of Singapore; one of the world's biggest ports
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
SPUDnounUS /spʌd/
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
subalterns
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From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
symbolicaladjective
relating to or using or proceeding by means of symbols
From this reading From Simla to Singapore, from Khartoum to the Curragh his name was symbolical of all that a regimental officer should be.
temptingadjectiveUS /ˈtemptɪŋ/
highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
TREVOR
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From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
in or at the place that
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
which person or people
From this reading Adjutants had been known to hold him up as an example to those of their flock who needed chastening for any of the hundred and one things that adjutants do not like--if they have their regiment at heart.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading SPUD TREVOR OF THE RED HUSSARS It would be but a small exaggeration to say that in every God-forsaken hole and corner of the world, where soldiers lived and moved and had their being, before Nemesis overtook Europe, the name of Spud Trevor of the Red Hussars was known.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Senior subalterns guiding the erring feet of the young and frivolous from the tempting paths of night clubs and fair ladies, to the infinitely better ones of hunting and sport, were apt to quote him.
