Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

later than; following

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the shore of a sea or ocean

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

the act of constructing something

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

be different

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

plural of “engine” — motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

with enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

-ing form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

only a very short time before

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the capital and largest city of Cuba; located in western Cuba; one of the oldest cities in the Americas

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

having a series of high-pitched ringing sounds like many small bells

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

and nothing more

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

of or relating to the sea

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

a form of address for a man

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

operate an airplane

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

having a point

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

plural of “signal” — any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the act of spending or disbursing money

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

plural of “steamer” — a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

reading carefully with intent to remember

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "My little steamer on this coast was run with just such bells," replied Mr. Amblen.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

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

From this reading "This steamer is provided with a gong and a jingling bell," said Christy, as he pointed them out to his companion.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading He had brought the pilot with him in order to come to an understanding in regard to the bells, for in the navy the signals differ from those in the commercial marine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

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

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

during the time that

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

belonging to which person

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE NEW ENGINEER OF THE PRIZE STEAMER While enthusiastically pursuing his studies as an engineer, Christy had visited a great many steamers with Paul Vapoor for the purpose of examining the engines, so that he could hardly expect to find one with whose construction he was not familiar, whether it was an American or a foreign built machine.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading At the first glance after he entered the engine room of the Havana, he knew the engine, and was ready to run it without spending any time in studying it.