Chapter I

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

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

(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 Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

completing its life cycle within a year

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

make a logical or causal connection

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

the beliefs and practices of a Catholic Church

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a fractional monetary unit of several countries

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

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From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a North American river; rises in southwestern Canada and flows southward across Washington to form the border between Washington and Oregon before emptying into the Pacific; known for its salmon runs in the spring

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

made or joined or united into one

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

within the realm of possibility

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

third-person singular of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

plural of “critic” — a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

plural of “editor” — a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

to stress, single out as important

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

a mutually agreed delay in the date set for the completion of a job or payment of a debt

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

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

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

in a generous manner

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

tormented or harassed by nightmares or unreasonable fears

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

of or relating to the language of the Hebrews

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

someone who hunts game

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

third-person singular of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

a person whose occupation is teaching

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

third-person singular of “insure” — be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a principle that limits the extent of something

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

come together

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821)

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

not any; not one

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

for each

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a human being

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

plural of “prejudice” — a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

prepared and printed for distribution and sale

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

force (someone) to have sex against their will

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

plural of “requisite” — anything indispensable

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

plural of “science” — a particular branch of scientific knowledge

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a meeting for execution of a group's functions

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

(sometimes followed by “to”) applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

with success; in a successful manner

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the profession of a teacher

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

plural of “test” — trying something to find out about it

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

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

From this reading Apply this limitation to the David-Goliath fight, Phaëton’s sun chariot drive, or to Papa Chibou’s rape of Napoleon; it generously includes all.

being five more than twenty

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the body of faculty and students at a university

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

without success

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

plural of “volume” — the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object

From this reading The fifth annual volume presented by the Committee from the Society of Arts and Sciences, it contains in the judgment of the Committee twenty-five or thirty per cent. of the best stories published in 1923.[A] In previous volumes the Committee have stated the requisites of a good story.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

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

From this reading For example, characters engage in a struggle or become involved in difficulties out of which they emerge successfully or unsuccessfully.

belonging to which person

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

plural of “writer” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

the act of creating written works

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.

but in spite of that

From this reading Hag-ridden by no formulæ, the Committee believe that every worthy narrative--whether Hebraic tale, Greek myth, or American short story--must yet meet specific tests.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading _Author of “A Handbook on Story Writing,” “Our Short Story Writers,” Etc._ _Associate Professor of English, Hunter College of the City of New York_ _Instructor in Story Writing, Columbia University_ (_Extension Teaching and Summer Session_) This collection is that of no single person, whose prejudices conceivably might emphasize one type or another; but of editors, critics, and writers of fiction, whose combined opinion insures catholicity of taste and freedom from bias.