Chapter XXIV

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

grievously affected especially by disease

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

plural of “ant” — social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless sterile females are the workers

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

-ing form of “blame” — put or pin the blame on

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

plural of “bond” — an electrical force linking atoms

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

past form of “buzz” — make a buzzing sound

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

the act of causing something to happen

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

bound with chains

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

a person who is being chased

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

the flesh of a chicken used for food

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

clothing in general

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

an upholstered seat for more than one person

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

past form of “countenance” — consent to, give permission

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

-ing form of “curse” — utter obscenities or profanities

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

-ing form of “delay” — cause to be slowed down or delayed

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

half the width of an em

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

opinion or judgment

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

past form of “feast” — partake in a feast or banquet

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

someone whose occupation is catching fish

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

(theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains)

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

plural of “function” — (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

plural of “glimpse” — a quick look

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

plural of “gnat” — any of various small biting flies: midges; biting midges; black flies; sand flies

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

-ing form of “groan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

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

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

clear or deep perception of a situation

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

with respect to private feelings

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

plural of “journey” — the act of traveling from one place to another

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

and nothing more

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

impose and collect

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

small in range or scope

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

a shot in billiards made by hitting the cue ball with the cue held nearly vertically; the cue ball spins around another ball before hitting the object ball

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

plural of “midge” — minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near water

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

a form of address for a man

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

above and across; more than

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

-ing form of “overhang” — project over

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

someone who hunts or fishes illegally on the property of another

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

affix in a public place or for public notice

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

plural of “put” — the option to sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

move hurridly

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

express in words

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

not in physical motion

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

plural of “stir” — a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

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From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.

bound or secured closely

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

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

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

without forethought or plan; inadvertently

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

not restrained or controlled

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading A fly feasted on his nose; gnats buzzed in and out of his ears; ants chased one another over his neck and up his arms, causing him to feel one multitudinous and intricate itch.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

past form of “usurp” — seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

extremely annoying or displeasing

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

plural of “vision” — a vivid mental image

From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

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From this reading On his turfy couch Warrender lay, groaning inwardly, cursing himself for delaying his errand, and Fate for bringing his enemies just then upon the scene; vexing his soul with visions of his companions caught unawares, and of Mr. Pratt still chained to his post; blaming himself, with the insight of the afflicted, for having countenanced a scheme that usurped the functions of the officers of the law.

at the time that

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

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

From this reading It is not greatly eased by the liberty of his eyes when their range is limited by dense overhanging foliage, which stirs in the breeze, opening tantalising glimpses of a sunbright sky.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A LEVY EN MASSE To lie on one’s back, bitted like a horse, trussed like a chicken, with flies and midges disporting themselves, unchecked, about one’s features, and ants making adventurous journeys among one’s clothes, is a situation that, to say the least of it, puts a strain upon a man’s patience and equanimity.

to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

From this reading He had tried to wriggle himself free from his bonds, but Rush had not been poacher and fisher for nothing.