the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
(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 The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
AmelianounUS /əˈmiːljə/
congenital absence of an arm or leg
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
CeremoniesnounUS /ˈserəmoʊniz/
plural of “ceremony” — a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
without deviation
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
set up or found
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
activities that are enjoyable or amusing
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
a young female
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
Hammond
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
hazenounUS /heɪz/
atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
injuringverbUS /ˈɪndʒərɪŋ/
-ing form of “injure” — cause injuries or bodily harm to
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
Laura
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
march in a procession
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
NannounUS /næn/
your grandmother
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
not any; not one
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
objectionnounUS /əbˈdʒekʃən/
the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/
advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
panelsnounUS /ˈpænəlz/
plural of “panel” — sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
parasolnoun
a handheld collapsible source of shade
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
PLANKverbUS /plæŋk/
cover with planks
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
plannedadjectiveUS /plænd/
designed or carried out according to a plan
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
pranknounUS /præŋk/
acting like a clown or buffoon
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
Rhoda
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
Rhoda's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
a reason for wanting something done
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
perception by means of the eyes
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
SherwoodnounUS /ˈʃɜːrwʊd/
United States playwright (1896-1955)
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
shuttingnounUS /ˈʃʌtɪŋ/
the act of closing something
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
a person, without saying who
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
splitverbUS /splɪt/
separate into parts or portions
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
stripedadjectiveUS /straɪpt/
marked or decorated with stripes
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading Nan did not know what Amelia and Laura had planned to do to the new girl, but knowing the older girls as well as she did, she was sure that nothing very bad was intended.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
in or at that place or location
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
precisely as stated
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance
From this reading The line of march was then taken up, with the victim directly behind the Mistress of Ceremonies and Laura and Nan shutting off all chance of Rhoda's escape.
close enough to be walked to
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts
From this reading Indeed, she helped haze Rhoda Hammond, but more for the sake of seeing that the Western girl was not taken advantage of in any way than for the fun of the prank.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading WALKING THE PLANK Nan Sherwood knew very well that there was no intention of really injuring the new girl; therefore she made no objection to what was done.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Somebody found an old striped silk parasol with some of the panels split, and this was opened and given to Rhoda to carry.
