Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

any specific behavior

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

a feeling of delight at being entertained

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

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

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

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

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

making bread or cake or pastry etc.

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

an outlying farm building for storing grain or animal feed and housing farm animals

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

(used in the plural) the stage of a theater

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement)

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

plural of “feel” — an intuitive awareness

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

highly enthusiastic

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

prudent

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

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

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

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

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

the home and adjacent grounds occupied by a family

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

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

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

the force of workers available

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

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

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

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

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

a town in central Arizona

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

move hurridly

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

past form of “steep” — devote (oneself) fully to

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

take away possessions from someone

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

past form of “sway” — move back and forth or sideways

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

a sudden outburst of anger

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

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

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

under normal conditions

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

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

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

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

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

plural of “wave” — one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

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

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

annual or biennial grass having erect flower spikes and light brown grains

From this reading Outside the strip of shade, the sun fell hot upon the parched grass, and the tall wheat that ran close up to the homestead swayed in waves of changing color before the rush of breeze.

at the time that

From this reading A clatter of domestic utensils indicated that Ellice was baking, and she made more noise than she usually did when she was out of temper.

in or at the place that

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

(of hair) having lost its color

From this reading The whitened, weather-worn boards of the house, which faced the men, seemed steeped in glowing light, and sounds of confused activity issued from the doorway that was guarded by mosquito-netting.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Jernyngham listened with faint amusement as he filled his pipe.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading MURIEL FEELS REGRET It was pleasantly cool in the shadow of Jernyngham's wooden barn, where Prescott sat, talking to its owner.