Chapter XI

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From this reading 22.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

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From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

feeling or showing anger

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

plural of “castle” — a large and stately mansion

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

plural of “coal” — fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

being joined in close association

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

plural of “ember” — a hot fragment of wood or coal that is left from a fire and is glowing or smoldering

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

a competitor thought likely to win

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

start firing a weapon

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

informal intensifiers

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

highly enthusiastic

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

a daughter of your brother or sister

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

having strong sexual appeal

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

causing reflection or having a device that reflects

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

bring to an end; settle conclusively

From this reading THE SAILOR’S RESOLVE.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

possessive form of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew

From this reading THE SAILOR’S RESOLVE.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

with resolute determination

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

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

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

lack of agreement or harmony

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading THE SAILOR’S RESOLVE.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The old sailor Jonas sat before the fire with his pipe in his mouth, looking steadfastly into the glowing coals.

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

From this reading Not that, following a favourite practice of his little niece, he was making out red-hot castles and flaming buildings in the grate, or that his thoughts were in any way connected with the embers: he was doing what it would be well if we all sometimes did—looking into himself, and reflecting on what had happened in relation to his own conduct.

the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-eight and one

From this reading “An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”—PROV. xxix.