used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
installation from which a military force initiates operations
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
cautionnounUS /ˈkɑːʃən/
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
detailedadjectiveUS /dɪˈteɪld/
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
being one more than seven
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
entangledadjectiveUS /enˈtæŋɡəld/
deeply involved especially in something complicated
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
exitnounUS /ˈeɡzɪt/
an opening that permits escape or release
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
plural of “fellow” — a boy or man
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
gangnounUS /ɡæŋ/
an association of criminals
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
gasolinenounUS /ˈɡæsəliːn/
a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
girl-pal
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
the act of departing
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
hardyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrdi/
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
hastenverbUS /ˈheɪsən/
act or move at high speed
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
hopelesslyadverbUS /ˈhoʊpləsli/
in a hopeless manner
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
instructedverbUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “instruct” — impart skills or knowledge to
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
INTOprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
kidnappersnounUS /ˈkɪdnæpərz/
plural of “kidnapper” — someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
the act of departing
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
lurkverbUS /lɜːrk/
lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
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 Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
Mazie
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
minersnounUS /ˈmaɪnərz/
plural of “miner” — laborer who works in a mine
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
miningnounUS /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/
the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
a particular point in time
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
absolutely essential
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
netnounUS /net/
a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
PantverbUS /pænt/
breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
precautionnounUS /priˈkɔːʃən/
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
releaseverbUS /riˈliːs/
release, as from one's grip
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
free from harm or evil
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
move hurridly
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
RussiannounUS /ˈrʌʃən/
a native or inhabitant of Russia
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
schoonernounUS /ˈskuːnər/
a large beer glass
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
SelectingverbUS /səˈlektɪŋ/
-ing form of “select” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
get rid of
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
shiftsnounUS /ʃɪfts/
plural of “shift” — an event in which something is displaced without rotation
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
not in physical motion
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading They were instructed to guard every exit to the place, and, if an attempt was made by the kidnappers to change base, to put up a fight and, if possible, release Mazie.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
water-front
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
at the time that
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
in or at the place that
From this reading JOHNNY GOES INTO ACTION The first precaution taken by Johnny and Pant, after leaving the shed in the back garden, was to hasten to the water-front where their friends, the rough and ready mining gang, were still living in a cabin near the gasoline schooner.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Johnny realized that time was precious, that not one moment must be lost in going to the rescue of his girl-pal, but in this land of many soldiers and little law it was necessary to move with caution.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading When darkness came, with his gang of miners and a few other hardy fellows, he could rush the place and bring Mazie away without being caught in the hopelessly entangled net of Russian law.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Selecting eight of these, Johnny detailed them to work in two shifts of four each, to lurk about the building where Mazie was being confined.
