used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
amateurnounUS /ˈæmətɜːr/
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
baconnounUS /ˈbeɪkən/
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
boldlyadverbUS /ˈboʊldli/
with boldness, in a bold manner
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
cartridgenounUS /ˈkɑːrtrədʒ/
ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
consentedverbUS /kənˈsentɪd/
past form of “consent” — give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
correctlyadverbUS /kərˈektli/
in an accurate manner
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
detectivenounUS /dɪˈtektɪv/
a police officer who investigates crimes
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
doomverbUS /duːm/
decree or designate beforehand
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
at any time
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
in a free manner
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
the act of departing
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
greasedadjectiveUS /ɡriːst/
smeared with oil or grease to reduce friction
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
JetnounUS /dʒet/
an airplane powered by one or more jet engines
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
Jim
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From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
let's
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From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
loadedadjectiveUS /ˈloʊdɪd/
filled with a great quantity
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
fasten with a lock
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
engage in
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
on one occasion
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
repentverbUS /rɪˈpent/
turn away from sin or do penitence
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
revolvernounUS /rɪˈvɑːlvər/
a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets)
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
rindnounUS /raɪnd/
the natural outer covering of food (usually removed before eating)
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
carry out
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
an exchange of ideas via conversation
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then he loaded the gun with ball cartridge, and put half a dozen in his pocket.
thicketnounUS /ˈθɪkɪt/
a dense growth of bushes
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Once inside the shelter of the trees, the amateur detective set about preparing for the work on hand.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
which person or people
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
won't
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "It won't do to call on our friend for some time, so let's go back to the thicket and make ready," Jet said, as he arose to his feet, and Jim followed like one who feels positive he is going to his doom.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE STRUGGLE Jet was talking altogether too boldly to please the small guide, and he began to repent ever having consented to take part in such work.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading He examined the revolver carefully, greased the lock with a bit of bacon rind, and assured himself that every part worked freely and correctly.
