Chapter XV

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

anew

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

from appearances alone

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

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

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

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

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading “Hurt, Buster?” questioned Herb, who was close behind.

(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 Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

a youthful male person

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

an informal form of address for a man

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading “Hurt, Buster?” questioned Herb, who was close behind.

lacking grace in movement or posture

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

informal intensifiers

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

a person or firm that employs workers

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

having an (over)abundance of flesh

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests

From this reading “Hurt, Buster?” questioned Herb, who was close behind.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

be the source of pain

From this reading “Hurt, Buster?” questioned Herb, who was close behind.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

plural of “impediment” — something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

a small worthless amount

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

and nothing more

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

plural of “knee” — hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

past form of “knock” — deliver a sharp blow or push

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

walk as if unable to control one's movements

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

a pair of people who live together

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

and nothing more

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

in the near future

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading “Hurt, Buster?” questioned Herb, who was close behind.

on the contrary

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

thrown together in a disorderly fashion

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch

From this reading “Naw, only knocked a little skin off my knees, I guess.

past form of “sprinkle” — distribute loosely

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

past form of “stumble” — walk unsteadily

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading Better luck next time,” was the cheerful reply, as the unfortunate one scrambled to his feet, and again resumed his forward progress.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

at the time that

From this reading When Jack and his five mates started off, the man Jenks, and his employer, Algernon Lorrimer, apparently did not mean to be left entirely in the lurch.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

which person or people

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.

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

From this reading JUST A MINUTE TOO LATE “Gee whiz!” exclaimed Buster, presently, and the others heard more or less of a loud crashing, which would seem to indicate that the fat boy, who was always rather clumsy in his movements, had stumbled and fallen amidst the impediments that sprinkled their course.