Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

in addition

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

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

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

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

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

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

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

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

From this reading It was probable, therefore, that Dormitory One would be the rendezvous.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

past form of “consult” — get or ask advice from

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

past form of “depose” — force to leave (an office)

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

spread out or scattered about or divided up

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

plural of “dormitory” — a college or university building containing living quarters for students

From this reading Mr. Outwood went the round of the dormitories at eleven.

a college or university building containing living quarters for students

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

being one more than ten

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the entire range of human knowledge or with some particular specialty

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

an opposing military force

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

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

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

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From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

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

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was probable, therefore, that Dormitory One would be the rendezvous.

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From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

engage in

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

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

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Outwood went the round of the dormitories at eleven.

come to pass

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

characterized by active hostility

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

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From this reading Mr. Outwood went the round of the dormitories at eleven.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

likely but not certain to be or become true or real

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

a meeting planned at a certain time and place

From this reading It was probable, therefore, that Dormitory One would be the rendezvous.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

not arrogant or presuming

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

English chemist noted for his studies of molecular structures in plants (1886-1975)

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Mr. Outwood went the round of the dormitories at eleven.

Identical; not different.

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

an attacker who sheds or spills blood

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

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

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading It was probable, therefore, that Dormitory One would be the rendezvous.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

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

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

the feeling caused by disagreeable stimuli; one pole of a continuum of states of feeling

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

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

From this reading It was probable, therefore, that Dormitory One would be the rendezvous.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Mr. Outwood went the round of the dormitories at eleven.

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

From this reading The rest of the opposing forces were distributed among other and more distant rooms.

at the time that

From this reading As to the time when an attack might be expected, it was unlikely that it would occur before half-past eleven.

in or at the place that

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.

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

From this reading UNPLEASANTNESS IN THE SMALL HOURS Jellicoe, that human encyclopaedia, consulted on the probable movements of the enemy, deposed that Spiller, retiring at ten, would make for Dormitory One in the same passage, where Robinson also had a bed.