Chapter XL · Chapter 40

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

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

in addition

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

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

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

the act of closing something

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

plural of “convention” — a large formal assembly

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

having been prepared for eating by the application of heat

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

-ing form of “discard” — throw or cast away

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

shortening of the uterine cervix and thinning of its walls as it is dilated during labor

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

plural of “excursion” — a journey taken for pleasure

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

in a fluent manner

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

a person of German nationality

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

marked with or divided into degrees

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

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

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

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

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

plural of “labor” — a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

past form of “lighten” — make more cheerful

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

for more time

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

with respect to material aspects

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

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

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

not any; not one

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

not divisible by two

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921)

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

the state of being retired from one's business or occupation

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

plural of “ride” — a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

cut with a saw

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading How glad Gloria was to see the pleasure these excursions gave him!

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

plural of “slav” — any member of the people of eastern Europe or Asian Russia who speak a Slavonic language

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

express in speech

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

express in words

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

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

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

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

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

plural of “utensil” — an implement for practical use (especially in a household)

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

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

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading His labors were materially lightened in these closing months, and as the time for his retirement drew near, he saw more and more of Gloria.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

at the time that

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.

past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading Discarding the conventions, they took long rides together, and more frequently they took a few camp utensils, and cooked their mid-day meal in the woods.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Gloria wondered why he was so intent upon learning this language, and why he wanted her also to know it, but she no longer questioned him, for experience had taught her that he would tell her when he was ready for her to know.

a late time of life

From this reading THE EFFACEMENT OF PHILIP DRU In the years since he had graduated from West Point General Dru had learned to speak German, French and Spanish fluently, and he was learning with Gloria the language of the Slavs at odd moments during the closing months of his administration.