Chapter XXI · Chapter 21

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

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

a component that is added to something to improve it

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

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From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

for the reason that

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

firewood cut and stacked in cords; wood sold by the cord

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

characterized by great determination

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

having the place or position changed

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

plural of “elevator” — lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

the organ of sight

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

a person who operates a farm

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

past form of “haul” — draw slowly or heavily

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

the activity of transporting goods by truck

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

time available for ease and relaxation

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

plural of “log” — a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

engage in

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

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 He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

plural of “precaution” — a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

not often

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

on the contrary

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

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

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract

From this reading It was rather large and near his house, and he determined to remove it, now that he had nothing better to do.

plural of “render” — a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

resistant to change of position or condition

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

an orderly pile

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

past form of “stream” — to extend, wave or float outward, as if in the wind

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

the rays of the sun

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

hardening something by heat treatment

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

relatively small dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

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

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

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

From this reading He had hauled his wheat in to the elevators, and when that is done the western farmer has now and then some leisure, because the frozen ground renders many of his usual operations impossible.

at the time that

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

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

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

which person or people

From this reading He was, however, an active man, who rarely wasted time or money; and as he looked about, the ash-heap caught his eye.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

showing curiosity

From this reading WANDLE TAKES PRECAUTIONS Bright sunshine streamed down upon the glittering plain, tempering the frost, when Wandle stood outside his house one morning, wondering how he should employ himself during the day.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.

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

From this reading Wandle had a stack of cordwood ready cut, and though he needed some logs for an addition to his stable which he meant to build, the thinness of the snow, which had been disturbed by a strong wind, would make the work of hauling them home too difficult.