used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
borderingverbUS /ˈbɔːrdərɪŋ/
-ing form of “border” — extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
brawnyadjectiveUS /ˈbrɔːni/
(of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
broad-shoulderedadjective
having broad shoulders
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
channelnounUS /ˈtʃænəl/
a path over which electrical signals can pass
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
cheeryadjectiveUS /ˈtʃɪri/
bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
clothedadjectiveUS /kloʊðd/
wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
clothing in general
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
unvarying in nature
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
separate with or as if with an instrument
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
delightfullyadverbUS /dɪˈlaɪtfəli/
in a delightful manner
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
move gently or carefully
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
eh
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From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
elapsedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæpst/
(of time) having passed or slipped by
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
elegancenounUS /ˈeləɡəns/
a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
EuphratesnounUS /juːˈfreɪtiz/
a river in southwestern Asia; flows into the Persian Gulf; was important in the development of several great civilizations in ancient Mesopotamia
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
to an extreme degree
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
Exploring-party
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From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
opinion or judgment
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
figure-head
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From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
garmentsnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənts/
plural of “garment” — an article of clothing
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
Geoff
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From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
Geoff's
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From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
half-hournounUS /ˈhæfaʊər/
a half of an hour
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
healthy-looking
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From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
heavily-built
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From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
helmetnounUS /ˈhelmət/
armor plate that protects the head
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
the quality of being humane
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
khaki-twill
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From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
linedadjectiveUS /laɪnd/
bordered by a line of things
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
looselyadverbUS /ˈluːsli/
in a relaxed manner; not rigid
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
most important element
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
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 Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
moderatelyadverbUS /ˈmɑːdərətli/
to certain extent or degree
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
motor-boat
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From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
navaladjectiveUS /ˈneɪvəl/
connected with or belonging to or used in a navy
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
in such a manner as could not be otherwise
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/
advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
others
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
to some extent; in some degree; not wholly
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
peculiarlyadverbUS /pɪˈkjuːljərli/
uniquely or characteristically
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
preferredadjectiveUS /prəˈfɜːrd/
more desirable than another
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
prepossessingadjective
creating a favorable impression
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
red-facedadjective
(especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
residencenounUS /ˈrezɪdəns/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
rubicundadjective
inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
any member of a ship's crew
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
express in words
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
seamedadjective
having or joined by a seam or seams
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
secretlyadverbUS /ˈsiːkrɪtli/
in secrecy; not openly
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
Shatt-el-Arab
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
without speaking
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
smartlyadverbUS /ˈsmɑːrtli/
in a clever manner
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
smartnessnounUS /ˈsmɑːrtnɪs/
a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
smilesnounUS /smaɪlz/
plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
specimennounUS /ˈspesəmən/
an example regarded as typical of its class
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
subalterns
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
supposingverbUS /səˈpoʊzɪŋ/
-ing form of “suppose” — express a supposition
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
in or at that place or location
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
Having little thickness or extent.
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
UnderneathprepositionUS /ˌʌndərˈniːθ/
directly under, often hidden by what is above
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
precisely as stated
From this reading Underneath the helmet which clothed the head of this naval officer was a broad and very rubicund face--as we have already mentioned--a strong, open, and peculiarly prepossessing figure-head, which was seamed and lined, partly by the action of the sun, but more by the almost constant smiles of the owner.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was a moderately tall, broad-shouldered, heavily-built, red-faced, and exceedingly--not to say delightfully--healthy-looking specimen of sailor humanity.
wastesnounUS /weɪsts/
plural of “waste” — any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading An Exploring-party "And now, supposing we lay to a little and think about some breakfast?
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
which person or people
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
belonging to which person
From this reading Not a bad idea that, eh?" exclaimed a cheery individual, upon whose brawny figure Geoff's eyes had many a time been fixed during the half-hour or more which had elapsed since the motor-boat had stolen so silently and secretly from the main channel of the Shatt-el-Arab into the wastes bordering the River Euphrates, and who seemed to be in command of the expedition.
wiseradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzər/
comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
in the company of; together with
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading His thin khaki-twill garments hung loosely about him--for if young subalterns, like Philip and Geoff, must needs have their clothes for active service cut almost as smartly as for residence in London, there were others, older than they--wiser, let us dare to venture--who, with much experience behind them, preferred comfort to elegance, and ease to any degree of smartness.
